Technology Commercialization Program
May, 2017
Welcome to SBIR/STTR News

This FREE event will discuss the basics about patent and the trademarks, and what resources there are for innovators and entrepreneurs.
There will also be an opportunity to speak with USPTO staff to help answer any questions.
CLICK HERE to register for the event.
When: Thursday, May 18, 2017
Where: Nebraska Union, 1400 R St. Lincoln, NE 68588 
SBIR/STTR Solicitations 

Open Solicitation
- Solicitation opened April, 2017
- Application for Phase I due in June 14, 2017
- learn more...

Future Solicitation   
Phase I
- Solicitation will be released Late June/Early July 2017
- Application will be due October 05, 2017
- Solicitation opens May 23, 2017
- Solicitation closes June 21, 2017
- Applications for Phase I & II due September 05, 2017
Phase I - Release 1
- Solicitation opens August 14, 2017
- Letters of Intent due September 05, 2017
- Applications due October 16, 2017
 
Phase I - Release 2 
- Solicitation opens November 27, 2017 
- Letter of Intent due December 18, 2017
- Application due February 06, 2018
- learn more...   
- Solicitation opens January 02, 2018
- Application due February 19, 2018
- learn more... 
The Inside/Outside Innovation Summit 2017
 
The Summit has already announced over 25 speakers and sponsors from US Bank, Nelnet, Estee Lauder, Coca-Cola, Amazon, Bulu Box, Samsung, Revolution, StrategyHack, Pivotal, Bionic, Allo, LinkedIn, ResultsJunkies, Mutual of Omaha, Vocatio, Nextt, Don't Panic Labs, Ameritas, Assurity, American Family Ventures, UBT, Hudl, plus a startup showcase and $100k investment competition.

When: June 19 - 21
Where: Pinnacle Bank Arena, Lincoln, Nebraska

Grab a ticket Here!
To learn more Click Here!  
Do you have questions?

Call or Email: Wei Jing
  wjing@unomaha.edu
(402) 554-6270
We are here to help!
http://nbdc.unomaha.edu/contact-nbdc.cfm
In This Issue
NEDED SBIR/STTR Matching Funds

The  Nebraska Department of Economic Development offers an SBIR/STTR matching grant program. They provide a 65%, up to $100,000, match to Nebraska recipients of Phase I and Phase II awards. They also offer a $5,000 Phase 0 Planning grant to Nebraska businesses applying for open SBIR or STTR solicitations. This grant can help pay for a grant writer, technical review, or salaries directly related to writing the proposal.
NBDC, NEDED, Invest Nebraska, and NUtech Ventures additional office hours
 
Where: The Link, 2nd floor, Nebraska Innovation Campus

When: Every Wednesday 
Time:
11 a.m.- 2 p.m.
Starting: May 10, 2017 
 
More Information Coming Soon! 
Nebraska Innovation Campus
 
Nebraska Innovation Campus (NIC) is a research campus designed to facilitate new and in-depth partnerships between the University of Nebraska and private sector businesses. NIC is adjacent to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) and strategically provides access to research faculty, facilities and students. By connecting the talents of experts, companies and the university, NIC is creating a unique culture of innovation. For more information, visit http://www.innovate.unl.edu.
Local Networking Events
Participate in Nebraska's Entrepreneurial Ecosystem  

 

Invest Nebraska 

Inv e st Nebr aska provides direct op erational assistance to help entrepreneurs address key business challenges and reach growth objectives.
 
NUtech's mission is to facilitate the commercialization and practical use of innovations generated through the research activities at the University of Nebraska. Further, NUtech Ventures also connects innovators with the people, coaching and resources they need to start companies, develop products and create jobs.
1 Million Cups is a free, national program designed to educate, engage, and connect entrepreneurs. Developed by the Kauffman Foundation, 1MC is based on the notion that entrepreneurs discover solutions and network over a million cups of coffee.
Nebraska Business Development Center
UNO: College of Business Administration
(402) 554-2521
unonbdc@unomaha.edu | http://nbdc.unomaha.edu