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Dear UCT Researchers

We are pleased to announce that the University of Cape Town's (UCT) Innovation Builder Fund (IBF) is now accepting new expressions of interest.

The IBF was launched in 2019 with the primary goal of nurturing and advancing UCT research projects that have demonstrated an initial proof of concept. The fund is designed to support projects that have been assessed as commercially viable and where research outputs have either been protected or have protectable intellectual property.

This unique opportunity not only provides financial support but also aids in maturing research outputs and mitigating associated risks, thereby preparing them for later-stage funding. Successful projects will receive a grant ranging from R150,000 to R500,000 to aid their development.

We welcome applications from UCT researchers across all disciplines conducting innovative research with the potential for commercial application and IP protection.

The deadline for the submission is 12 September 2024.

To express your interest, fill in the Expression-of-Interest form and send it to mpho.baisitse@uct.ac.za. You may download the form here

For more information about the Innovation Builder Fund, including detailed application requirements and procedures, please visit the fund page