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Academia
Provides funding and support to advance translational research and accelerate the growth of academic startups
Facilities
Offers high-quality laboratory and administrative workspaces for technology-based startups and academic institutions
Industry
Facilitates and funds technology advancements and partnerships with industry, startups, and academic institutions
Startups
Coaches and funds technology-based startups that may also receive investments from SCRA’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc.
Industry
Partnership Fund
The Industry Partnership Fund was established to fund coaching, grants, investments, and other types of support for technology startups and academic research and development. Contributions made by individuals and organizations provide a dollar-for-dollar tax credit.
SC Launch Inc. is an independent, nonprofit organization affiliated with SCRA, which provides loans and investments to selected South Carolina-based companies participating in the SC Launch program.
SCRA Member Benefits
Discounted Services for SCRA Member and SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Companies. SCRA’s Member Benefits give our companies access to numerous offers from our robust alliance partner network.
Members can login to the SCRA Member Portal to access their exclusive benefits.
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South Carolina Sets a National Standard for Secure Research
South Carolina Research Authority launches the new Center for Research Security, positioning the state as the leading destination for trusted, secure research. Columbia, S.C. – The South Carolina Research Authority today announced the launch of the Center for Research Security. This first-of-its-kind statewide initiative positions South Carolina as a national leader in conducting secure, trusted, and responsible research. As part of this initiative, SCRA has entered the nation’s first statewide research […]
SC Launch Inc. invests in map-based design and construction platform SiteMarker
Columbia, SC — SC Launch Inc., the investment affiliate of the South Carolina Research Authority, has invested $250,000 in SiteMarker Inc. The Mt. Pleasant-based startup has revolutionized geolocation tools and techniques, making reporting more efficient for the construction industry. “We’re proud to have partnered with SiteMarker and provide funding for their growth,” said SCRA Interim […]
SCRA announces new grant funding and member companies
Columbia, S.C. – Lucie Medical, Saluda Manufacturing, Topline, CADmore Metal, FeatherPMS, Sharpen, and Thrive Data, received new grant funding from the South Carolina Research Authority. Atapic and Stabile Industries were accepted as SCRA member companies. All SCRA member companies receive coaching and access to SCRA’s member benefits and startup resources, can apply for grant funding, and have the […]
SCRA announces new leadership promotions
Columbia, SC – South Carolina Research Authority has announced two recent promotions. Patti Mack is now director of finance and administration. Teresa Hinson is now the director of governance, risk, and compliance. “Patti and Teresa have demonstrated a strong commitment to the organization. In just a few months, I’ve witnessed how they both take the initiative […]
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