Florida Institute for the Commercialization of Public Research

Florida Institute for the Commercialization of Public Research backs new technology ventures in Florida at seed and early stage. It works with researchers, inventors and entrepreneurs to turn new technologies and intellectual property into companies.

Products and services

• Seed and early-stage funding: capital for technology start-ups based in the state.
• Commercialisation support: helps move research and intellectual property towards products and companies.
• Partner network: connects ventures with corporate, academic and investment partners.
• Leadership Council: a membership through which supporters gain visibility in the Institute's marketing materials.
• First-cheque initiative: a newer scheme that reaches founders at the very start of a company's life, launched with Florida funders.

Customers and markets

Researchers, inventors and early-stage founders across science and technology sectors in Florida. It also engages corporate and academic partners and investors.

Key facts

• Based in: Florida, United States
• Focus: seed and early-stage technology ventures
• Programmes: Innovation Leadership Council, portfolio of funded companies, economic impact studies