• To advance New Jersey’s position as a leader in scientific research and bring the benefits of stem cell research to New Jersey residents
• To encourage and enable the state’s renowned research and life sciences communities to develop new, innovative treatments for patients
• To support ground-breaking research that contributes to the understanding of stem cells and their potential
• To generate economic opportunity and job growth in New Jersey by accelerating commercialization of new therapies and new technologies related to stem cell research

In order to meet the goals of both patient treatment and economic development, the New Jersey Commission on Science and Technology will seek to fund proposals that demonstrate means for translation to patient treatment through collaborations or otherwise and that create a foundation and capacity in New Jersey for a vibrant stem cell research and biotechnology therapeutic development.

Individual research grants are available in amounts up to $300,000 and core facilities grants are available in amounts of $1 million to $3 million.

To learn more or to get additional information about Stem Cell Research in New Jersey call 866-534-7789.