KY Innovation SBIR/STTR Announcements

SBIR VIRTUAL WEEK- Rockies Region

The 2020 SBIR Weeks are virtual events and part of a national outreach efforts connecting entrepreneurs working on advanced technologies to the country’s largest source of early stage funding – the SBIR/STTR programs. Also known as America’s Seed Fund, the SBIR/STTR programs provide over $3.7 billion in funding to small businesses each year in a wide variety of technology areas.
Each virtual event, hosted by a local organization, will provide registrants with an opportunity to hear directly from the participating federal agency program managers that administer over 5,500 new awards annually and to meet one-on-one with program decision makers.

September 14 - 18th
New Funding Topics released
DOE released new topics. Phase 0 opportunities with Dawnbreaker
NIH Topics released through multiple agencies.
Phase 0 opportunities with Eva Garland Consulting.
Proposal assistance for any agency solicitation may be possible through the Kentucky Innovation Investment Program (KIIP). Email sbir@kyinnovation.com to request assistance
SBIR 101 Virtual Format

What is SBIR/STTR? SBIR 101 Virtual Format combines a live webinar presentation with a Q&A session. This program is designed for companies exploring the possibility of seeking SBIR/STTR funding and companies new to the process. Every year, the federal government sets aside more than $3 billion in appropriated funds to support research, development and commercialization of new innovations. Many Kentucky companies could be well positioned to compete for this funding. This webinar will be provided monthly in a virtual format.
August 25, 2020 
online format - 3:00pm EDT
Register below to receive the event zoom link
SBIR Unplugged meetings are 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.
August 20, 2020 
online format - 4:00pm EDT
NATIONAL UPDATES

DOE- new funding topics released

NIH/NICHD- new FOAs released

SBIR Road Tour goes to Virtual Format - Now virtual weeks with Agency Program Managers giving updates and one-on-one scheduling.



HHS SBIR Conference: mid-October 2020

SBIR/STTR Conference: Moved to Fall Conference Nov 2020
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Questions?
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