Polymer Industry Cluster 2026 intake
The 2026 application window has closed.
Applications for Synthe6 accelerator support and PIC translational R&D awards closed on June 30, 5pm ET. Submitted applications are now moving through eligibility screening and expert review.
Closed June 30, 5pm ETEvaluation guide
What happens next
PIC and Bounce staff are confirming completeness, eligibility, and track fit, and assigned reviewers will evaluate eligible applications over the coming weeks. Applicants will be contacted directly about the status of their submission — you do not need to do anything in the meantime. The evaluation guide describes how submissions are scored.
Questions about your application, or about future application windows, can be directed to jswanson@greaterakronchamber.org.
2026 timeline
Where the 2026 intake stands.
May 15
Intake opened
Applicants began the shared 2026 intake.
Jun 30
Applications closed
Complete materials were due by the close of the intake window.
Summer
Fit and eligibility review
PIC and Bounce staff confirm completeness, eligibility, and track fit.
Aug – early Sep
Reviewer scoring
Assigned reviewers evaluate eligible applications for scientific merit, market path, collaboration strength, and implementation readiness.
Mid-Sep
Synthe6 cohort finalized
Selected Synthe6 teams are confirmed and onboarded into the accelerator.
Late Sep
R&D grant decisions
PIC translational R&D awards are announced, followed by award and next-step conversations with the network.