Fast Forward Medical Innovation (FFMI) – Biomedical Innovation Lives Here

Fast Forward Medical Innovation offers resources and support to world-class biomedical researchers at the University of Michigan, and across the state. Our groundbreaking funding programs, dynamic educational offerings, and deep industry connections help biomedical researchers navigate the road to successful innovation and commercialization, with the ultimate goal of positively impacting human health. LEARN MORE from our director about the University of Michigan’s visionary integrated approach to biomedical innovation.

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2023 Frankel Cardiovascular Center Innovation Challenge

The Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) Innovation Challenge is an annual pitch competition where teams can win funds for ideas impacting cardiovascular care. In addition, “Just Do It Awards” are selected for low-cost, low-complexity ideas.

The 2023 Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) Innovation Challenge will take place on Thursday, May 18, from 3:00pm-5:00pm.

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FFMI IMPACT

Education Participants

Industry Funding

Invention Reports

M+

MBVF Follow-On Funding

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WHAT WE OFFER

Commercialization Education

Dynamic educational resources for biomedical innovators to nurture entrepreneurship and groundbreaking research.

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Funding & Mentorship

Funding and mentorship for cutting-edge biomedical research, with the ultimate goal of positively impacting human health.

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Michigan Biomedical Venture Fund

Investments in biomedical startup companies with U-M licensed IP in the domain of therapeutics, devices, diagnostics, or health IT.

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Business Development

Business catalyst, building successful relationships between U-M biomedical researchers and corporate partners and foundations.

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INDUSTRY PARTNERS

INNOVATION PORTFOLIO

We are the biomedical INNOVATION HUB for the entire state of Michigan. Click here to view our entire PORTFOLIO of cutting-edge technologies and therapeutics.