SCRA Announces New Member Companies and Grant Funding
PIVAI, Topline, and UpAhead were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. BIDR, LCIX Editions, and Volare Boats received new grant funding.
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Academia
Provides funding and support to advance translational research and accelerate the growth of academic startups
Facilities
Offers high-quality laboratory and administrative workspaces for technology-based startups and academic institutions
Industry
Facilitates and funds technology advancements and partnerships with industry, startups, and academic institutions
Startups
Coaches and funds technology-based startups that may also receive investments from SCRA’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc.
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Partnership Fund
The Industry Partnership Fund was established to fund coaching, grants, investments, and other types of support for technology startups and academic research and development. Contributions made by individuals and organizations provide a dollar-for-dollar tax credit.
SC Launch Inc. is an independent, nonprofit organization affiliated with SCRA, which provides loans and investments to selected South Carolina-based companies participating in the SC Launch program.
SCRA Member Benefits
Discounted Services for SCRA Member and SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Companies. SCRA’s Member Benefits give our companies access to numerous offers from our robust alliance partner network.
Members can login to the SCRA Member Portal to access their exclusive benefits.
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SCRA Announces New Member Companies and Grant Funding
Columbia, S.C. – PIVAI, Topline, and UpAhead were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. BIDR, LCIX Editions, and Volare Boats received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources, can apply for grant funding, and have the potential to be considered for investment from SCRA’s investment affiliate, SC Launch […]
SCRA Releases Report on AI for the State of South Carolina
Columbia, S.C. – South Carolina Research Authority recently released its Artificial Intelligence report for the state of South Carolina. The report is a result of a symposium initiated by State Representative Jeff Bradley, Chairman of the South Carolina House Regulations, Administrative Procedures, Artificial Intelligence & Cybersecurity Committee. The symposium was held with other state, industry, and academic […]
SCRA Announces New Member Companies and Grant Funding
Columbia, S.C. – IOVue and Sharpvue were accepted as South Carolina Research Authority Member Companies. Advent Innovations, Qatalyst Health, Tikvah Health and Wellness, Treblehook, Realize Ascent Labs, and Ripple Two received new grant funding. All SCRA Member Companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s Member Benefits and Startup Resources, can apply for grant funding, and have the potential to be […]
SC Launch Inc. Hosts Three-Day Fundraising Workshop in Charleston
Last week, SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of SCRA, hosted a three-day workshop in Charleston for SCRA Member Companies. The program focused on investment fundraising, capital planning, and practical financial frameworks to support company growth. “We have noticed increased activity here in Charleston and want to equip the founders with the skills to go […]
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