FRLFunding Readiness Level
How prepared your project is to secure funding — from a first idea with no funding plan (FRL 1) to a fully funded project (FRL 9). Start here.
Assess your project's maturity as you go — and cherry-pick the scales that fit it. Funders often ask for TRL and SRL, so assessing them early pays off when you apply. If your project has no prospect of IP or commercialisation, skip BRL and IPRL.
How prepared your project is to secure funding — from a first idea with no funding plan (FRL 1) to a fully funded project (FRL 9). Start here.
How well your solution is adapted for integration into society. The lower the SRL, the more thorough your transition plan should be.
The maturity of a technology — from an initial technology idea to technology proven in actual operations over time. Some funders only accept certain TRL ranges.
How far you are in building a team that can develop the project, get it funded and deliver it.
The maturity of your sustainable business model. As a researcher, don't expect to go beyond BRL 5 — skip it if there is no commercial angle.
How well you understand your future users' needs — and how your innovation meets them.
The readiness of the IP your project creates. Only relevant if it may create IP — involve your Technology Transfer Office early.