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Innovation Commercialization Fellows (ICF)

Also known as: ICF

Carnegie Mellon University · Pittsburgh, PA

Yearlong program for PhD students, postdocs, and research personnel to commercialize research discoveries. Provides $50K funding plus workshops and intensive mentoring. 62 fellows since 2015. 7 fellows in 2026-27 cohort.

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Quick fit check

  • Offers direct funding
  • No equity required
  • Currently active
  • Verified by research

Key numbers

Funding range

$50,000 – $50,000

Grant

Equity

None

Application

Annual

Campus Wide

Last activity

2026-06-24

High confidence

Application and Timing

Annual cycle. 2026-27 cohort announced June 2026 with 7 fellows.

Participants

CMU PhD students, postdoctoral researchers, and research personnel.

Funding and Equity

$50K per fellow (non-dilutive grant). Includes workshops and intensive mentoring. No equity taken.

Recent Activity

  • 2026 (Jun): 2026-27 cohort announced with 7 fellows. 62 total fellows since program inception (2015).

Verification Gaps

  • Specific startup outcomes for ICF graduates not tracked.
  • Total funding pool per cohort not disclosed.

Programming

  • Yearlong structured program with workshops and mentoring.
  • Focus on research commercialization and startup formation.
  • Access to Swartz Center resources and network.
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