William Kirkland named SCRA’s interim president and CEO
South Carolina Research Authority’s board of trustees has named William “Bill” Kirkland as its interim president and CEO.
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Provides funding and support to advance translational research and accelerate the growth of academic startups
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Offers high-quality laboratory and administrative workspaces for technology-based startups and academic institutions
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Facilitates and funds technology advancements and partnerships with industry, startups, and academic institutions
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Coaches and funds technology-based startups that may also receive investments from SCRA’s investment affiliate, SC Launch Inc.
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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.
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