The Skandalaris I-Corps program, through the National Science Foundation (NSF) What is it? The I-Corps IGNITE and LAUNCH programs provide experiential learning to researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs seeking to translate their idea or technology into a viable company. In IGNITE, participating teams learn the foundations of customer discovery and how to develop a value proposition. The IGNITE curriculum prepares participants for the fall 2021 LAUNCH cohort. LAUNCH is a more intense six-week program for “deep-tech” teams seeking to commercialize new technology or previous NSF-funded research. During the program, ten teams learn from industry mentors and each other through a simulated startup experience. The goal is to give potential founders the tools they’ll need to successfully launch their venture.