Acronyms
What does IMAG stand for?
Issues Management Advisory Group
What is the maximum number of units for an Accelerate Entrepreneur project with one intern?
6 IU
What "rule of thumb" percentage of Mitacs activity must be Accelerate?
75%
When should you vet an NFP?
Before drafting (or as soon as possible)
How long does a recent graduate have after graduation before they are no longer eligible?
2 years
What does MOL stand for?
Mitacs On-Line
What is the funding percentage split for the cluster model of funding?
55/45
What institution currently has the most Accelerate submissions in 2023-2024?
McMaster with 851
What are the four categories of eligible Accelerate partners?
For-profits, eligible NFPs, hospitals, municipalities
When do we need a CV from an academic supervisor?
When they are a lead academic supervisor on a 6+IU application.
What does BERD stand for?
Business Expenditures in Research and Development
The two possible lengths of an Accelerate PhD Fellowship are 6IU and what?
8 IU
What is the second most common Accelerate project sector for 2023-2024?
Manufacturing
What is the minimum percentage of time an intern must spend working directly with the partner on a single partner project?
25%
What is the minimum number of academic supervisors/cosupervisors on a project with 5 interns from 3 different academic institutions?
3
What does CRM stand for?
Customer Relationship Management
Are units 4 TO 6 months or 4 OR 6 months?
4 TO 6 months
What is the national Accelerate DELIVERY target for 2023-2024? Closest wins if nobody is sure.
14,993
What is the lifetime maximum number of units an organization can have?
There is no set maximum! :)
Are medical residents eligible for Accelerate?
No
What does EDGE stand for?
Education Development Growth & Engagement
What is the maximum number of post-PhD units an intern can have, assuming they don't go back to school?
9IU
What size is the largest Accelerate project submitted in 2022-2023 (according to MOL)? Closest wins if nobody knows for sure.
208 Units - Cubic Transportation Systems and McMaster University
Name a type of organization that is NOT eligible for Accelerate.
Multiple answers accepted
How many intern signatures are currently needed for a domestic Accelerate?
2 per intern