I was recently asked “What distinguishes SBIR/STTR companies that successfully transition into investor-ready ventures? Are there certain characteristics?” Here are a couple of points that struck me right away.
January 2, 2026
Writing Tips
January 2, 2026
Foreign Risk vs. SBA Red Tape Hotline
This summer we posted about the unfortunate circumstances some of our NIH applicants have had with failing to pass the foreign risk assessment.
August 25, 2025
Safeguarding Originality: NIH’s New Limits on AI Use and Application Volume
Note: Ironically written by ChatGPT and edited by real humans.
May 21, 2025
USPTO Experts Panel provides critical IP resources
CTC was joined by an expert USPTO panel on May 21, the second part of our IP 101 series.
May 15, 2025
USPTO helps innovators access IP resources
On May 15, CTC kicked off our IP 101 series with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), America’s Innovation Agency.
March 11, 2025
Access Market Analysis from CTC
We, at the CTC, are excited to announce a new free service we are offering to our clients! We are now able to provide initial Market Research and Competitive Landscape Reports for our client’s technologies and companies.
February 21, 2025
Why should you participate in the pre-submission review panel?
Wisconsin CTC provides a free service to Wisconsin-based businesses who are looking to get a grant called a Presubmission Panel Review.
December 2, 2024
About the NAIRR pilot and how you can access it!
The National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR) pilot, is an initiative aimed at advancing AI research in the United States.
December 2, 2024
Navigating Section 174: A Potential Solution for SBIR/STTR Funded Companies
Before diving in, let me clarify: I am not an accountant, nor am I providing tax advice.
October 21, 2024
NCI STEP – SBIR/STTR Training and Entrepreneurship Program
The National Cancer Institute has created a new Phase 0 program for interested US-based businesses to use.