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Notes on the Shutdown
The after effects of the government shutdown on submitted proposal review and award schedules, or on future solicitations for that matter, are mostly unknown at this point.  

The National Science Foundation (NSF) released the following official update regarding all their funding (not just SBIR), which reads in part:
"Unfortunately, the recent lapse in appropriations (lapse) resulted in missed panels, a backlog of proposal actions, and delays that may result in the cancellation of related activities and certain programs. It is fully recognized that it will take time to work through this extensive backlog of activities... Proposers, awardees, and reviewers who have questions are encouraged to await communications from NSF, at least initially, as we resume operations. We appreciate your patience. read more...
"Proposal Review Process
Decisions about panels that were canceled due to the lapse will be at the discretion of individual divisions/offices. Panelists on canceled or to-be-rescheduled panels will be contacted by the cognizant NSF Program Officer with a status update; please await guidance from the cognizant NSF Program Officer.

"Proposal Processing Time
In many cases, the Foundation will not be able to meet our customer-service standard of informing applicants/proposers about funding decisions for their proposals within six months of the deadline or target date, or receipt date, whichever is later. We will, however, work to make decisions as quickly as practicable”

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has not issued any similar guidance at this time.
Watch future editions of this VertueLab newsletter for more updates.
New SBIR/STTR Topics Posted
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) The 2019 Program solicitation that was to open on Jan 7 was released on Feb 5. Proposals will be due March 29 at 5 p.m. EST. Learn more
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) extended their deadline from January 23 to February 12 ( already passed ).
The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) also extended their deadline from January 8 to February 12 ( already passed ).
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) was not affected and will release solicitation on Tuesday, February 19, with a due date of Monday, April 22. There will be a ”Pre-Offer Webinar" on Wednesday, February 27 at 1:30 p.m. EST.  More info and/or to sign up.
The U.S. Department of Education was not affected. They released their 2019 SBIR Program Solicitations on January 31. There is both a regular and a special solicitation. Proposals are due March 20. Learn more
The National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) Phase1 SBIR solicitation was released on February 15 and is due April 15. Learn more
MAIA ANALYTICA WINS $225K
Congratulations to MAIA ANALYTICA and Dr. Keaton Lesnik, the startup's principal investigator, on their $225,000 Phase I NSF SBIR grant. MAIA is commercializing AI tools for assisting wastewater treatment operators that are based on technology originally developed at Oregon State University. 
'VertueLab was instrumental in MAIA Analytica receiving this award. VertueLab provided early funds needed to successfully apply for the highly competitive NSF SBIR grant and continue to be a critical point of contact in the local cleantech community. This grant will be used to conduct pilot testing at a local wastewater treatment facility thereby advancing commercialization of an important technology and protecting the health of Oregon's waterways in the process.'
Keaton Larson Lesnik
Co-Founder & CEO, Maia Analytica
VertueLab SBIR Related Events

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SAVE THE DATE!
April 11, 2019 - Portland
All genders are welcome!

Two Dynamic Panels...
Hear from a panel about SECURING FOLLOW-ON FUNDING for your business, followed by a panel of ROCKSTAR WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS who have received government grant funding to fuel their startup ventures.

Sign Up Now for Federal Grant Consulting Prior to the Event
VertueLab's SBIR/STTR grant expert, Leon Wolf, will be available for one-on-one office hours before the event. Consulting is available to determine if SBIR is right for you, to learn about funding opportunities that might be a specific match for your technology, and to obtain in-depth advice. Email Tricia Clemans to secure your 15-minute consulting session. Limited time slots available.

Registration will open in late February.
Partner Events
OHSU Commercialization Conference
March 27 - 28 | OHSU | Portland, OR

Leon Wolf, VertueLab's SBIR/STTR Assistance Manager, will be delivering an extended workshop on SBIR on March 27 at this conference. The workshop is designed to guide life science researchers and startups at any stage through the process of evaluating if, when, and how to prepare an NIH or NSF proposal. 
Conference AND separate workshop registration is required Register here    
VertueLab's SBIR/STTR Assistance Program
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