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MA Life Sciences Tax Incentive Program

MA Life Sciences Tax Incentive Program

Funds Massachusetts life science startups with tax incentives linked to commercialization-focused innovation milestones.

Between cyclesMassachusetts Life Sciences CenterUnited StatesEligible in Massachusetts
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About

The Massachusetts Life Sciences Tax Incentive Program is a competitive, state-administered refundable tax credit for life sciences companies conducting research, development, commercialization, or manufacturing activity in Massachusetts. Administered by the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC), a quasi-public agency established under MGL Ch. 23I, the program deploys up to $40 million in tax i…

What this grant funds

Competitive refundable state tax credit for Massachusetts life sciences companies that commit to creating and retaining new full-time jobs in the Commonwealth.

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.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Tax credit
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.masslifesciences.com