Funding: Innovate2Impact (i2i)

Applications are open for the Tufts Clinical and Translational Science Institute’s Innovate2Impact (i2i) program. Now entering its second year, i2i helps researchers, clinicians, and other innovators advance high-potential ideas toward real-world impact through mentorship, customer discovery, commercialization training, pitch development, and networking opportunities. Open to individuals (and teams) across Massachusetts, who are developing innovative solutions with the potential to improve health and healthcare.

Applications are due October 8, 2026.

• Program Highlights:
  Cohort Kick-off & Expo (November 19, 2026, Boston): Launch your i2i journey with a value canvas workshop, speed mentoring, networking, and a showcase of emerging ideas.
• NSF I-Corps™ Spark Program (January 2027, virtual): Learn customer discovery and market validation strategies through the nationally recognized I-Corps framework.
• Pitch Lab Workshops (February-March 2027, hybrid): Develop compelling pitches for potential investors through sessions focused on content, design, delivery, and presentation skills.
• Commercialization Workshop Series (March-April 2027, virtual): Explore key topics such as market analysis, team development, business models, intellectual property, product development, funding strategies, reimbursement pathways, and regulatory considerations.
• Mentorship Support (ongoing)
• The program culminates in the Impact Launchpad (May 2027, Medford), where selected participants will present their innovations to mentors, innovation leaders, and potential investors.

i2i is co-sponsored by innovation-focused centers at Tufts CTSI, Tufts University, Northeastern University, and MIT.