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Explore resources built to support NCCU students, faculty, staff, and community changemakers in entrepreneurship, research, innovation, and commercialization.
Whether you're launching a startup or exploring an idea, your journey starts here.

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Turning their passion and ideas into the next step on their innovation journey

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Mentors, alumni, funders, and regional partners helping NCCU founders build and grow.

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