Centers for Advanced Technology (CATs)
Purpose
The
CAT Program is designed to spur
technology-based applied research and
economic growth in New York; encourage
applied research collaboration and
innovation with industry; promote
workforce development; better leverage
State funds with investments from the
Federal government, industry, foundations,
and not-for-profit economic development
organizations; and increase the
competitiveness of New York State
companies.
A CAT uses NYSTAR funds to enhance its
resources in a specific Technology Focus
to help New York Companies remain
competitive and solve production, applied
research and development, and technical
problems.
Specifically, the CAT is expected to
develop industry-responsive programs with
three general objectives:
- Collaborative applied research and
technology transfer with industry: the
CAT is expected to conduct applied
research and technology transfer with
industry leading to quantifiable
economic impact in New York State
within one to three years of
individual project commencement. The
CAT is also expected to help foster an
environment that encourages companies
to locate in New York.
- Industry-oriented education and
training: The CAT is expected to help
incumbent workers expand their skill
sets. The CAT is also expected to aid
in the development of undergraduate
and graduate courses help ensure
students are trained to meet the needs
of industry.
- Outreach and networking through referral networks: The CAT is encouraged to partner with other appropriate organizations to develop outreach networks and ensure that companies receive access to required non-research assistance such as general business consulting.
Eligibility
Universities and university-affiliated research institutes are eligible to apply for this competitively and periodically awarded program.
Contact
James Roberts
NYS Foundation for Science, Technology & Innovation
30 South Pearl Street, 11th Floor
Albany, New York 12207
(518) 292-5700
