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IGEM Grant Program — HERC Track

IGEM HERC Track

Supports deep-tech commercialization for university-linked companies in Idaho through state reimbursable grants and early-stage commercialization pathways.

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The Idaho Global Entrepreneurial Mission (IGEM) HERC Track is an annual state grant program administered by the Idaho State Board of Education through the Higher Education Research Council (HERC). It provides cost-reimbursable grants exclusively to Idaho's three public research universities — Boise State University, Idaho State University, and the University of Idaho — to advance the commercializa…

Annual grants to Idaho's three public research universities advancing R&D commercialization in biotechnology, energy, AI, cybersecurity, microelectronics, and related deep-tech sectors.

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.—
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: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.boisestate.edu