Applying for the NSF Tech Accelerator? Strengthen Your Application with AURP
Organizations and teams pursuing opportunities through the NSF Tech Accelerator can accelerate their path to success by joining the Association of University Research Parks (AURP).
For more than four decades, AURP has connected innovators, entrepreneurs, research institutions, economic development organizations, and industry leaders across the nation’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems. Membership provides immediate access to a powerful network designed to support technology commercialization, startup growth, and regional innovation.
Gain a Competitive Advantage
As an AURP member, you’ll be connected to a nationwide community of innovation professionals who understand the challenges and opportunities involved in moving breakthrough technologies from research to market. Whether you represent a university, startup, innovation district, research park, or economic development organization, AURP provides the relationships and resources needed to strengthen your innovation strategy.
Connect to America’s Innovation Ecosystem
AURP members benefit from direct access to:
* Research parks and innovation districts
* University-based incubators and accelerators
* Startup founders and entrepreneurial leaders
* Industry partners and corporate innovators
* Economic development organizations
* Federal, state, and regional innovation programs
This ecosystem creates opportunities for collaboration, partnership development, knowledge sharing, and commercialization support that can help NSF Tech Accelerator applicants build stronger proposals and achieve greater impact.
Access Expertise Across Strategic Technology Sectors
AURP’s network spans many of the critical technology areas identified in national innovation priorities, including:
* Advanced Manufacturing
* Energy Technologies
* Ocean and Blue Economy Innovation
* Life Sciences and Health Technologies
* Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies
Members also gain valuable insights into programs that support technology translation and commercialization, including I-Corps, SBIR, STTR, EPSCoR, and other federal innovation initiatives.
A National Network with Local Impact
With member organizations located throughout the United States, AURP offers unparalleled geographic reach while maintaining strong local connections. This nationwide presence enables members to identify partners, discover opportunities, and engage with innovation leaders in regions across the country.
Join AURP Before You Apply
Position your organization for success by becoming part of the nation’s leading network of innovation communities. AURP membership opens doors to expertise, partnerships, and resources that can help strengthen your NSF Tech Accelerator journey—from application through commercialization.
