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Partnerships with Industries

Connecting cutting-edge researchers with forward-thinking companies to drive innovation through collaboration, the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) at W&M bridges the gap between academic insight and industrial scale, translating breakthrough science into real-world applications. Faculty are invited to explore the open opportunities below to see how their research can address pressing industry needs.

They are encouraged to connect with OSP early in the process – before approaching potential sponsors – to ensure that proposals are developed through proper institutional channels. Once a partnership is established, OSP handles the full sponsored programs lifecycle, expertly reviewing and approving proposals, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and contractual requirements.

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Browse each faculty funding section, or use Command (⌘) + F on Mac devices or Ctrl + F on PC devices to search for specific keywords on each page.

Interested applicants should contact their OSP Administrator as early as possible.

Funding Opportunities

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  • Private Company
  • Description: Seeks innovative rodent deterrence technologies that prevent mice and rats from entering homes and other residential structures. Offers up to $50,000 in initial sponsored research funding for solutions with demonstrated efficacy, safety, and commercial potential.
  • Deadline: 11/13/2026
  • Keywords: Rodent prevention, pest control, deterrence technology, sustainable innovation, sponsored research, product development
• • Private Company
  • Description:
  • Deadline: 02/27/2027
  • Keywords:
• • Cargill
  • Description:
  • Deadline: 02/27/2027
  • Keywords: