A clearly identified problem, a well formulated approach to solving it, the capability of the research team, and support from their organisation.
No. We apply clear criteria and due diligence to assess projects quickly (12% accepted to date).
Scientists independent of your research not only validate the project and your capability to deliver, but also add an essential element to the profiling and promotion of your project.
No. If you want to combine the two plans from the beginning, you can do so.
Yes. You can turn the Accelerator Plan on and off every three months to enhance your profile and accelerate your funding drive.
Minimal. Our goal is to enable you to focus on science, not on writing funding applications. The approach is simple, and it usually takes hours, not weeks, to complete.
All publicity material is approved by you before release to ensure accuracy and protect your reputation and ours.
Any sensitive information, including intellectual property or trade secrets, remains yours to protect. We don't need this information to introduce your project to our network for funding.
Typically 4 to 6 weeks, as long as you are available to provide the required information.
Timelines vary and funding isn't guaranteed. We market your project globally to targeted funders.
We guarantee targeted, global promotion, not funding success. Under the Foundation Plan, you pay nothing unless you secure funding.
We work through partners, supporters, global networks, philanthropists, investors, and corporates, finding funders whose goals and motivations align with your project. We consult with you to avoid clashes with your typical funding sources, such as government or grants.
We do not approach or knowingly accept funding from any organisation whose money comes from sources contrary to the project's objectives or from immoral or illegal activities.
We typically do not apply for grants. We are opening new funding pathways through funders and investors who have previously been reluctant to fund scientific research because they saw it as a bottomless pit or didn't know what results research could achieve with their contribution.
Yes. We assess motivation, source of funds, and reputational fit before partnering.
That's great! We help fill gaps outside your core grants and open new funding avenues.
No. We want to see your project funded, regardless of who introduces the funder.
That's great too! We want to see you funded. Just keep us informed. If you secure funding elsewhere, you can cancel the plan, though cancellation fee may apply.
Yes, you can cancel at any time. However, if you cancel before the term ends, a cancellation fee may apply to cover the work we have done.
Yes. We steer all discussions to ensure your project is soundly funded and your needs and the funder's needs are well balanced.
It covers the full cost of your project, including operational costs, materials, plant and equipment, and all researchers, whether employed or contracted.
We fund the project and everything needed to deliver it successfully. This can include necessary rent, utilities, and administrative support. However, we do not cover generic overhead that is not directly related to the project.
Yes, the success fee is added on the project cost and therefore is included in the funding raised.
No. To protect the funder and your team, the money can only be applied to your project.
The funds are stored in an escrow account held by the global CA firm Moore Markhams, and are released for the next phase once we sign off on completion of the previous phase.
No. The full amount is paid into the escrow account on signing the funding agreement.
Yes. If a project is terminated early, any unspent funds in the escrow account are returned to the funders. Reasons can include project completion, a change in circumstances, or lack of transparency or demonstrated progress.
No. We keep the model simple, transparent, and cost-efficient. There are no hidden compliance costs or overheads.