MTRAC Transportation – Request for Proposals

2/18/2021

Advancing Early-Stage Transportation Technologies

What is MTRAC Transportation?

The Michigan Translational Research and Commercialization (MTRAC) Innovation Hub for Advanced Transportation is a statewide program that funds translational research applications that address future, or poorly met market needs. The program is open to all institutions of higher education, and non-profit research centers in the State of Michigan.

Funding areas include: mobility solutions; robotics / autonomy sensors, software; electric vehicle drivetrain technology; advanced transportation materials and manufacturing processes

Program Benefits

• Main Award: Receive up to $100K through a 12-month grant
• Access to industry experts, mentors, and investors
• Receive feedback on your technology and reach milestones faster

Application Timeline

• Award RFP Submissions – APPLY HERE
• January 15 – March 17, 2021

Award Finalists

• June 4, 2021 – Finalists Presentations to Oversight Committee

Funding Cycle

• Main Award Funding Cycle Begins in August

Contact/Information

• Anne Partington, Commercialization Program Director, U-M Innovation Partnerships email: aparting@umich.edu
• MTRAC Transportation Website LINK
• Download MTRAC Transportation Flyer LINK