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CPRIT Product Development Research

CPRIT PDR — Texas Seed Company

Funds early Texas oncology companies in seed stages while strengthening oncology-specific research development.

OpenCancer Prevention and Research Institute of TexasUnited StatesEligible in Texas

The Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) Texas Seed Company RFA is the entry-level track within the Product Development Research program, which deploys approximately $70 million per fiscal year to Texas oncology companies. The Seed RFA funds company formation and early-stage research and development across all oncology product categories — therapeutics, devices, diagnostics, a

Company formation and early-stage R&D of novel oncology therapeutics, devices, diagnostics, and enabling tools in Texas, capped at $3 million per project.

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.4 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.36 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Royalty-back
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: cprit.texas.gov