KY Innovation SBIR/STTR Announcements
KY SBIR/STTR Matching Funds Program
Round 2019-002
OPEN - Solicitation window closes Oct 31, 2019
Kentucky leads the way in supporting SBIR/STTR awardees. The Commonwealth will match, on a competitive basis, Phase 1 and Phase 2 federal awards received by Kentucky high-tech small businesses and those willing to become Kentucky-based businesses. Information on how to apply, when to submit, and what to expect, can be found at https://www.kyinnovation.com/sbir-sttr-funding-and-match/
AIR FORCE SBIR/STTR COMING TO KY

  • Want to know how the Air Force is disrupting the SBIR/STTR process?
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  • The advantages of the AFWERX program?

October 24, 2019
Lexington (location TBA)
One-on-One time slots will be available
SBIR Connect

SBIR Connect monthly meetings are free and open to the public. The meetings are intended for networking, latest updates on SBIR/STTR programs, and include a Q&A. Whether you are new to SBIR/STTR or an experienced awardee, the meetings are to help expand your knowledge and improve involvement within the program.
October 17, 2019  4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
Puccini's
 833 Chevy Chase Pl, Lexington, KY 40502

October 16, 2019  4:00pm - 6:00pm EST
August Moon
 2269 Lexington Rd, Louisville, KY 40206

October 21, 2019  4:00pm - 6:00pm CST
Steamer Southern Seafood Kitchen
 801 State st, Bowling Green, KY 42101
KIIP micro-Grant

The KIIP micro-Grant provides financial assistance, to SBIR/STTR companies, for activities that help companies explore new markets, identify new buyers, and prepare competitive SBIR/STTR submissions. The focus of eligible activities the grant can be used for are travel, educational/training events, and commercial research, not funded by other assistance programs. More information can be found at https://www.kyinnovation.com/sbir-sttr-funding-and-match/
Kentucky Innovation Investment Program (KIIP)
Grant Writing Workshop

November 7 & 8, 2019
Location To Be Announced

Grant writing experts from Eva Garland Consulting (EGC) will conduct a comprehensive 7 hour SBIR/STTR writing workshop, the afternoon of November 7th and completing the morning of November 8th, 2019. Come with ideas and ready to write and review. This hands on event will take participants through the writing process with tips and best practices for better review scores.

Federal SBIR/STTR Agency Highlights

NIH Commercialization Readiness (CRP) Program is taking applications until April 6, 2022, from previous or currently funded awardees. This is possible funding to facilitate the commercialization transition for projects, and support work not typically supported through SBIR/STTR Phase II or Phase IIB awards.

NIH accepting applications for I-Corps program through Oct 22, 2019. Webinar for more information on September 25, 2019 2-3pm EDT.
Questions?
Contact our team sbir@kyinnovation.com
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