2020-JAII-04 Collaborative Research Matching Grant Program Request for Grant Applications

The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative, through its John Adams Innovation Institute division, is offering a Collaborative Research Matching Grant Program that provides matching funds for capital expenditures related to large-scale collaborative research projects involving public, private, and nonprofit entities and research institutions in the Commonwealth. Eligible applicants include public or private research universities, nonprofit research institutions, and other nonprofit entities based in Massachusetts. The program aims to support projects that focus on existing or emerging economic strengths and assets in the state's innovation economy, with the goal of expanding or developing industry clusters. Applications will be evaluated on criteria such as scientific/technological merit, collaboration, priority industry sector or technology, economic development strategy, regional impact, and workforce development. A 1:1 minimum match is required, with a preference for 3:1 matching. Funds can be used for capital expenditures such as land, facilities, equipment, and research platforms. This is a rolling solicitation that will remain open until closed by the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative.

The program is focused on supporting projects that have the potential to spur innovation, cluster development, and job growth through industry partnerships. Funding will prioritize projects that address near-term economic recovery, target high-priority technology sectors, and promote geographic, social, racial, and economic equity. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, but the program is open only to entities based in Massachusetts. The availability of grant funds is contingent upon the allocation of capital funds from the Commonwealth's budget to the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative. Funding levels range from $1 million up to $5 million, depending on the projected economic impact and sector dominance potential of the proposed project.