LAUNCH: Center for New Ventures
LAUNCH: CENTER FOR NEW VENTURES
Virginia Tech’s motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve) is a force for positive change. We believe that technologies discovered from Virginia Tech research offer opportunities to make positive societal impact in this spirit of service.
LAUNCH: Center for New Ventures serves the Virginia Tech research community. We are focused on transitioning discoveries to market through new venture creation where promising new technologies can generate value to a broad range of stakeholders.

Proof of Concept Program
LAUNCH offers Grant funding and related resources to bridge the early stage gap between academic research and technology commercialization efforts. Next round of submissions start on December 1, 2022. Submission deadline, 11:59 PM ET, February 15, 2023.
Creating New Venture Opportunities
Considerations for academic entrepreneurship and the shaping of new venture opportunities from deep research.
Hokie-owned Business Directory
A user-maintained list of businesses that capture the Hokie entrepreneurial spirit! These ventures are founded or operated by alumni, faculty or staff.
TUNE IN AS MARK MONDRY, ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF LAUNCH DISCUSSES 'THE SCIENCE OF LAUNCHING TECHNOLOGY'
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HIGHLIGHTS
About LAUNCH @ Virginia Tech: Expanding Impact from Deep Research
Our experienced team serves the world-class Virginia Tech research community in the pursuit of socio-economic impact through the translation of research outputs into vibrant new technology ventures.
Our LAUNCH programs, resources, and innovation network is designed to support collaborative teams in the Virginia Tech research community to advance technology commercialization, shape market readiness, and increase recognition within our growing innovation ecosystem.