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Strathclyde Inspire Accelerator

Strathclyde Inspire Accelerator

Supports University of Strathclyde ventures through an accelerator that helps teams progress to investor-ready, mentor-backed operations.

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About

The Strathclyde Inspire Accelerator is a 12–18-month programme offered by the Stephen Young Institute for Entrepreneurship at the University of Strathclyde, designed for academic staff and students at the university who are developing investor-ready ventures. Applications are accepted on a continuous rolling basis, without fixed cohort intake dates. The programme delivers a support package valued …

What this grant funds

Early-stage commercial ventures founded by University of Strathclyde academic staff or students, spanning any technology sector, seeking investor-ready support over a 12–18 month programme.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–18 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.strath.ac.uk