The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are the federal government's largest R&D grants/contract programs targeted to the small business community. With over $2.5 billion available annually, the programs are a source of seed capital to help fund the development of promising new technologies. SBIR/STTR funding can also serve as a pathway to equity financing. This overview will cover the following: • Overview of the SBIR and STTR programs • Differences between SBIR and STTR • Qualifications and eligibility requirements for SBIR/STTR funding • How to determine if your innovation is a good fit for SBIR/STTR funding • How to search for SBIR/STTR solicitations and topics • Steps to preparing a SBIR/STTR proposal • Tips for improving your chances of receiving SBIR/STTR funding.
Pre-registration required. Training Event is Free. If you have registered for the event and will no longer be able to attend, please contact the office.
Please register online at: http://bit.ly/sbdcworkshops or call 675-7232