Startup Studios

Entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to apply to FedTech's startup studios, where they will be matched with cutting-edge technologies developed in federal or university laboratories.

Our programs, run in partnership with agencies including the Department of Homeland Security, NASA, and the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, offer unparalleled access to innovative research and development.

Participants will receive mentorship, resources, and support to commercialize these technologies and bring transformative solutions to market. Join us and turn groundbreaking ideas into successful ventures!

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DOE Emerging Tech Studio (DETS)

Seeking Aspiring & Experienced Entrepreneurs
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16 Weeks

As energy dependency becomes one of the most significant threats we face, the NNSA and the DOE continue to serve as a catalyst for innovation, investing millions of dollars into national laboratories. Throughout the program teams of highly talented entrepreneurs are paired with technologies on the forefront of innovation with the objective of spinning out market-defining startups.

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FedTech Startup Studio

Seeking Aspiring and Experienced Entrepreneurs
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16 Weeks

After identifying breakthrough tech from federal and university labs, we pair entrepreneurs with a technology that shows promising market potential. Over the course of several months, we walk these teams through the lean startup model, while focusing on the unique aspects of commercializing federally funded technologies.

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Homeland Security Startup Studio

Seeking Experienced & Aspiring Entrepreneurs
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Duration:
16 Weeks

The Homeland Security Startup Studio by FedTech brings entrepreneurial minds and scientific innovation together to foster global impact. Focused on promoting DHS S&T-funded technologies originating from university labs, federal labs, and FFRDCs, this platform connects entrepreneurs with cutting-edge tech to evaluate and actualize its potential for commercialization. It's a collaborative environment where new ventures are crafted to address the pressing needs of homeland security, serving both government and commercial sectors.

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Crucible Ignitor

Seeking Aspiring & Experienced Entrepreneurs
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15 Weeks (~20hrs/wk)

Drawing inspiration from the U.S. Marines' 54-hour boot camp challenge, and developed in partnership with NavalX's Inland Empire Tech Bridge, Crucible Ignitor is a startup studio that fosters grit, critical thinking, and perseverance in entrepreneurial growth across California and the Pacific Northwest. Ignitor bolsters NavalX and the Tech Bridge Network's mission by uniting technology with the region's diverse innovators and promoting critical technology commercialization.

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