Federal Cooperative Agreement Summary

The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $14.98M Cooperative Agreement to Activate Global Inc. under the Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (TIP) program (CFDA 47.084) effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2028. The award funds the delivery of two-year Entrepreneurial Fellowships designed to accelerate the commercialization of cutting-edge technology innovations by top scientists and engineers across the United States. The fellowship program provides participating fellows with direct funding, intensive entrepreneurial training, and access to a national network of resources while they develop market-ready solutions in critical technology sectors including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, energy technologies, advanced materials, and biotechnology.

Fellows operate from qualified facilities where they retain control of their research and development activities, enabling them to transition scientific discoveries into practical commercial applications. The program incorporates a place-based engagement model by integrating participants from federally-supported regional innovation initiatives, creating a dynamic knowledge exchange across regions while maintaining national programming standards. This dual approach—combining national reach with localized infrastructure—establishes a replicable model for bridging the critical gap between laboratory research and market commercialization, thereby strengthening the national innovation ecosystem and enhancing U.S. economic and national security.