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GENIUS NY

GENIUS NY Round 10

Runs research teams and institutions for GENIUS NY in robotics, aerospace, and artificial intelligence.

Between cyclesEmpire State DevelopmentUnited StatesOperations in New York
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About

GENIUS NY is the world's largest accelerator programme dedicated to uncrewed systems, awarding more than $3 million in prizes to five finalist companies per annual cohort. The programme is funded by Empire State Development (ESD) and operated by CenterState CEO, a regional economic development organisation based in Central New York. Round 10 selected five finalists competing for a $1 million grand…

What this grant funds

Uncrewed systems commercialisation: drones, robotics, and autonomous technology startups competing for up to $1 million in prizes and a yearlong Central New York residency.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Prize
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.$3M
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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: esd.ny.gov