SBIR/STTR is not a single agency. There are 11 participating agencies with their own rules, considerations and funding! You must determine which one
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 ...
Watch VideoPatience & Persistence Pay Off for Estrigenix Therapeutics
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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Tips from Todd – Collaborations
Teamwork makes the dream work! Collaborations can help your innovation succeed (and sometimes they are necessary for SBIR/STTR funding). Find out more
Tips from Todd – SBIR Proposal Aims
Do you have your SBIR proposal aims set? Are they dependent or independent on each other? Catch up with Todd before he tries to go catch some fish for
Idella’s Ideas – SBIR Budgets
It’s FALL!! Time to break out your favorite recipes for soups , baked goods and innovation! Check out this episode of Idella’s Ideas to
Tips from Todd – Emailing A Program Officer
There is no template for contacting your program officer but Todd has some great Tips to get you started! Check them out (and come back to see if Todd
Tips from Todd – PI Responsibilities
Your Principal Investigator has many responsibilities (just like Todd in this video ). Most importantly being in charge of the science of your project.
Brian’s Board – SBIR Proposal Letters of Support
Don’t let your SBIR Proposal letters of support be an afterthought – they are what completes your proposal. These letters differ by SBIR funding
Tips from Todd – Executive Summary
An Executive Summary may seem daunting, like being caught outside in the rain ⛈, but it can elevate your innovation and clarify your objectives before
Tips from Todd – Contact Your Program Officer
Tips from Todd kicks off the “Paddle Series” with one of his most important tips — Contact a program officer! For some agencies, such
Brian’s Board – Financial Projections
Detailed financial projections are crucial for your Phase 2 SBIR/STTR. Agencies vary in requirements though so you must pay close attention –