Accelerating Deep-Tech Innovation Globally
Connecting US deep-tech startups with international ecosystems through workshops, funding programs, and strategic partnerships.
About the Initiative
Building Bridges for Deep-Tech Startups
The Global Frontier Fund (GFF) is an initiative supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation's Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP). We organize bilateral workshops and funding programs that connect US deep-tech startups with international ecosystems.
Since 2024, we have organized workshops in Taipei, Singapore, and are expanding to Seoul and Tokyo in 2026 — building a growing network across the Asia-Pacific deep-tech corridor.
Workshop Series
Deep-Tech Workshops Across Asia-Pacific
Multi-day events connecting startups, investors, government agencies, and industry leaders across borders.
Taiwan 2024
The inaugural workshop in the series, bringing together US and Taiwan deep-tech ecosystems to explore cross-border partnerships, share best practices for early-stage company formation, and discuss how incubation programs can enable US-Taiwan collaboration.
Singapore 2025
A 4-day workshop bringing together US and Singapore deep-tech startups, investors, government agencies, and incubators to explore partnerships and accelerate commercialization of transformative technologies.
South Korea 2026
A 3-day invitation-only workshop featuring interactive panels, breakout sessions, and 1:1 meetings connecting US and Korean deep-tech startups, investors, and government agencies. Selected US startups receive travel funding.
Japan 2026
A 3-day invitation-only workshop featuring interactive panels, breakout sessions, and 1:1 meetings connecting US and Japanese deep-tech startups, investors, and government agencies. Selected US startups receive travel funding.
NSF Funding Program for International Partnerships
A new NSF-backed funding program is in development for US deep-tech startups pursuing international commercialization partnerships. Stay tuned for details on eligibility, scope, and application process.
Our Network
Partners & Sponsors
Backed by leading institutions and organizations in deep-tech innovation
Lead Sponsors & Organizers
Ecosystem Partners
