Kentucky Science & Engineering Foundation

Your Kentucky partner in advancing R&D, new product development, and commercialization

Removing Barriers to R&D Funding

The Kentucky Science & Engineering Foundation (KSEF) removes the barriers to funding for the R&D activities of start-ups and small businesses which are essential for building a pipeline of new ideas and technologies to drive the technological and economic growth of the Commonwealth.

Whether you are developing a new technology and need help or an established company looking for support for your next SBIR/STTR submission, we can help.

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"Any time I needed help, they were right there to help me. That kind of support is unheard of."

JOSHUA COVINGTON
CEO AND FOUNDER, GRADED GAMING

LOUISVILLE, KY
Learn how we helped Joshua pursue SBIR/STTR funding.

News & Updates

NSF Awards KSEF $8M to Develop Kentucky Climate Data Infrastructure

NSF Awards $7M to Kentucky State University, Kentucky Science and Engineering Foundation and Partners for AgTech Research

Kentucky Entrepreneurs Connect with America's Seed Fund During Road Tour Stop

Upcoming Events

Grant Writing 101: Know Your Audience
Apr 03, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
Webinar
Join us for our monthly Grant Writing 101 series. In this session we'll discuss explaining your tech/product using technical vs non-technical language and understanding the reviewer mindset.
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Grant Writing 101: Your Amazing Product
May 01, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
Webinar
During this Grant Writing 101 session, you'll learn how to wow reviewers and agency reps by demonstrating how your tech/product meets a clear unmet need and agency priority.
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