At SYNAP, we understand that research institutions are under increasing pressure to do more with less — managing complex workflows, large inventories, and critical data with limited time and resources. In support of our mission —

“to empower research institutions with essential tools that transform information into groundbreaking research, paving the way for life-changing discoveries” —

we’re proud to offer the SYNAP Research Support Grant.

This grant provides up to $5,000 in custom development, equivalent to approximately 25 hours of SYNAP development services, to help research teams overcome a specific operational or data bottleneck. We can surprise you with we could accomplish in that time!

This is not a trial, discount, or promotional campaign. It’s an opportunity for us to contribute directly to the advancement of science by helping labs and institutions improve the systems they rely on — with no obligation to purchase additional services. Our only goal is to support great research through thoughtful, purpose-built solutions.

What’s Included:

• Up to $5,000 in SYNAP software development and consulting
• A custom solution designed to address a specific challenge you identify
• Collaboration with a team experienced in lab workflows, sample tracking, and research data infrastructure

Eligibility & Grant Limitation Notes:

• Each award covers development services up to a value of $5,000 or 25 hours of work, whichever comes first. We’ll work closely with you to define a focused, achievable goal for this grant — and you might be surprised what we can accomplish in that time!
• Some third-party software licenses may be required for full functionality (typically $500–$1,500). We will discuss these options with you transparently, and this requirement is waived if you choose to continue development work with us beyond the grant — though there is absolutely no expectation that you do so.
• As a condition of the grant, recipients agree to share feedback on the impact of the SYNAP solution. A written testimonial is required. Video testimonials are strongly encouraged but are optional. We may also publish a brief case study outlining how SYNAP supported your team. No sensitive or proprietary research data will be made public — only high-level project details and how SYNAP contributed to your operational success.

Who Should Apply:

• Researchers or lab managers facing operational or data challenges
• Projects where a small, focused software solution could unlock significant efficiency
• Any university or research institution looking to enhance lab operations, data integrity, or research efficiency through technology

Whether your team is managing tissue samples, coordinating multi-center studies, or trying to streamline lab inventory — if you know what’s holding you back, we want to help move you forward.

How to Apply:

We’re looking for thoughtful, clearly defined problems — not polished proposals. To apply, just tell us:

• The specific operational or data bottleneck you’re facing
• Its impact on your work
• What you hope a SYNAP-built solution could achieve

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. If your project is selected, we’ll schedule a session to dive deeper and begin defining a path forward — no strings attached.