Clemson University’s STRIDE program has announced that applications are now open for the Spring 2026 ART Academy, a professional development initiative designed to help researchers translate discoveries into tangible market and societal impact.
The ART Academy (Accelerating Research Translation) equips participants – faculty, graduate students and postdoctoral researchers – with best practices in research translation. The program focuses on collaborative societal impact projects and explores research translation pathways, industry partnerships and support resources.
Participants will engage in seven classes between February 18 and April 8. Each session will last approximately two hours. The program is open to faculty, but opportunities for postdocs and students are available as well.
Topics covered include:
- Research Lifestyles and Pathways
- IP and Invention Disclosure
- Industry Partnerships
- Business Formation
- Funding and a Pitch/Demo Day
Participants who complete the program will have the opportunity to apply for STRIDE funding to further their translational research efforts.
Applications for the Spring 2026 cohort must be submitted by February 2, 2026. For more information, contact Craig Kinley at kinley4@clemson.edu.
