Todd (and the whole CTC team) is making a concerted effort to connect to communities across the state. We want every innovation that may be eligible
Preparing your innovation’s Quad Chart – Rob’s Research
Quad Charts are an incredibly useful tool for giving a direct, digestible summary of your research innovation. Let Rob help you with f...
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See more about DoD SBIR/STTR and the advantages of accessing the program early, in pre-release, when pursuing your proposal. Get some ...
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Not all SBIR journeys are created equal but for Dr. Karyn Frick and Estrigenix, it started with our SBIR Ready program! Their determin...
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Post Doc PI for Academics Pursuing SBIR-STTR – Tips from Todd
If you are considering the SBIR/STTR program, you need to ensure your PI is properly positioned. Find out why it isn’t always a good idea to be
Academics Considering SBIR – Tips from Todd
If you are in academia and considering pursuing SBIR/STTR funding, you need to ensure you are properly applying. Learn more from Todd about how to leverage
Milestones: How to be better than ‘better’ – Tips from Todd
When writing your milestones (aims) make sure your milestones MEAN something, not a simple comparison. Let Todd tell you more about how to be better
NSF Solicitation Changes – Tips from Todd
Make sure you are aware of the most recent solicitation guidelines and challenges for the agency YOU are submitting to. Find out more and learn about
Budgets: Don’t sweat yet! – Tips from Todd
While writing your initial SBIR proposal, you may have important questions about budgeting –> don’t panic. Let Todd give you some Tips on how
NSF Proposal Preparation – Tips from Todd
Are you prepared to apply for an NSF proposal? First time applicants should check out this video AND read more about NSF to learn more about how to
Is YOUR Idea Too Far Along? – Tips from Todd
When it comes to SBIR, be aware that this is funding to help research your innovation. Join Todd out in the woods 🌳🌊 to make sure YOUR idea isn’t
Reasons for Rejection – Tips from Todd
If you’re feeling left in the dark 🌒 after your SBIR proposal was rejected, you’re not alone! Find out the common reasons for rejection
Seed Fund Ideas – Tips from Todd
SBIR/STTR is called America’s Seed Fund for a reason –> they provide funding for the seeds 🌱 of ideas that will take time to get commercialized