OUR IMPACT

SOUTH CAROLINA –

A Top Destination for Innovation

From working with entrepreneurs, to engaging industry, we are passionate about fueling innovation that will create opportunities for the South Carolina. View our metrics and impact on the state.

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SOUTH CAROLINA –

A Top Destination for Innovation

From working with entrepreneurs, to engaging industry, we are passionate about fueling innovation that will create opportunities for the South Carolina. View our metrics and impact on the state.

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SUCCESS STORIES

Innovators across the state are solving diverse challenges every day. Our goal is to help them overcome those obstacles, create collaborations, locate resources and provide support. We are proud to be a part of their accomplishments.

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SUPPORTED COMPANIES

We currently have more than 160 active companies from our sectors of focus. View a description of each company.

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FORGING PARTNERSHIPS

South Carolina Research Authority has four key programs to fuel the research capacity of the state and promote the development of Advanced Manufacturing and Materials, Information Technology and Life Sciences.

SC Academic Innovations

SCRA works directly with academic institutions and affiliated startups – creating opportunities to advance research capabilities and commercialize technology.

SC Launch

Through the SC Launch Program, SCRA creates the framework to fuel the innovation economy by providing the resources necessary to successfully launch and grow startups.

SC Industry Solutions

SCRA builds strong relationships with organizations to create new value by connecting industry with innovators. SCRA also helps to relocate technology-based companies to the state.

SC Facilities

SCRA’s Innovation Centers offer state-of-the-art facilities for emerging companies and academic institutions. They provide wet labs, research facilities and collaboration spaces.