Apply To BRiDGE

We engage Duke faculty, post-doctoral fellows and students to support the launch of new companies with the goal of developing a vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem. This facility and program were made possible by a philanthropic gift to Duke’s Pratt School of Engineering and by additional funds from the Duke Christensen Center.

Eligibility

Applicants must be startup founders with a Duke Affiliation who satisfies one of the following requirements:

  • Duke faculty
  • Post-doctoral fellow
  • Graduate or undergraduate student
  • Duke alumni

The BRiDGE Steering Committee reviews and scores applications using several factors, including overall progress towards technological and commercial milestones. 

Before You Apply

Please have the following information ready: 

  • Company information: name, product description, location, field of operation
  • Contact: applicant information, founders, leadership team
  • Idea: Elevator Pitch, unmet need, market evaluation 
  • Legal: entity status, IP agreements
  • Funding details

Questions

Any questions regarding the application should be addressed to bridge@duke.edu