The Cornell Center for Materials Research JumpStart program, funded by Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR), helps New York state small businesses develop and improve their products through collaborations with university scientists, the ultimate goal being revenue growth and job creation.

During the upcoming semester, four companies will participate in JumpStart, receiving up to $5,000 in matching funds. Participating companies may provide part of their matching funds in material and employee time as well as cash. Spring semester projects are:

Since its inception, 47 companies have benefited from the program. The deadline to apply for fall JumpStart projects is June 30. For information contact John Sinnott, small business outreach program manager, 607-255-7070, jps39@cornell.edu.