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FirstIgnite makes it easy to partner with industry

FirstIgnite's AI software helps you identify corporate partners for licensing, advancement, sponsored research, core facilities and more. Simply enter a description of your partnership need and instantly be matched to the companies and contacts most interested in partnering.

80% of R&D spending in the US is from companies.

The opportunity for universities to grow their revenue from companies has never been more apparent. Tap into the entire pie of R&D funding by partnering with companies.

Supporting innovation partnerships at top research universities

We help universities accomplish many goals

“I don’t need to hire an extra team member. FirstIgnite is cheaper and more effective. Their team consistently brings us new industry contacts truly interested in our technology.”

There's never been a better time

For Industry Funding

More investment deals means more opportunities for your university to partner with companies. What’s your strategy for startup partnerships?

The world’s R&D funding

Is higher than ever

The NSF highlights the business sector’s key role in R&D. FirstIgnite’s AI can help your university form global partnerships with companies to boost research funding and commercial output. Leveraging private sector investment enhances research, drives innovation, and supports technology commercialization, benefiting both academia and industry.

Explore Our Impact

Check out our case studies and slide deck to see how FirstIgnite accelerates innovation.

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Idaho National Laboratory Case Study

April 30, 2025
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Washington University in Saint Louis Case Study

April 30, 2025
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FirstIgnite Value Proposition and Partner ROI Overview

April 30, 2025
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Unlock new collaboration opportunities by integrating FirstIgnite into your research toolkit. Sign up for FirstIgnite today and experience the benefits of accelerating your university’s research partnerships and technology licensing like never before.