May 2022
NIH announces new scientific
data sharing website

Whether you’re involved in an NIH-funded project and need to understand which sharing policies apply to your research so you can comply or you’re looking for access to scientific data from NIH-affiliated repositories, you can find what you need at the link below.
Apply now for the next session of the
BBCetc Catalyst Advantage Network for women entrepreneurs
Join us for our June 2, 9, 16 and 23 cohort.
Participants will receive expert SBIR/STTR training from BBCetc; one-on-one consulting from BBCetc consultants with combined experience across all 11 SBIR funding agencies — plus assistance selecting the right agency, access to BBCetc tools and templates, and iterative proposal reviews; and leadership training from Capita3 that has transformed startup founders and CEOs into confident, high-achieving leaders.

“…the return to my education as an entrepreneur was vital to moving my business forward. The leaders were compassionate and wise, and my gain was mind-blowing. I highly suggest it for anyone who is leading or growing a company.”

Wendy Ward
FuturesThrive
After the Award: Organize or Die
Without a strong organizational structure, new ventures have a very low rate of success. No matter how small your company may be, it’ll perform best — and have a better chance of survival — when it’s organized to achieve specific goals. BBCetc offers a full suite of post-award support and services to help you organize and manage your SBIR/STTR awards. To learn more, contact BBCetc to talk with a consultant.
From The Sources' Mouth – May
FROM THE SOURCES’ MOUTH with NSF
May 26, 2022 
11:00 am - 12:00 pm EDT
Free webinar
 
Hear directly from Ben Schrag, National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Program Director and Policy Liaison. Get an overview of the NSF SBIR program, learn what technologies they’re looking for and find out what’s needed to submit a successful proposal.
Energy innovators to keynote the
2022 ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit
May 23-25, 2022
Don’t miss the premier event focusing on advanced energy technology and learn from insightful speakers about the future of energy innovation. Register now to make sure you have the opportunity to find out about the latest in cutting-edge energy technology.
BBCetc Training for May
May 17, 2022
10:00 am - 3:30 pm EDT
Live Virtual Workshop
Is your company considering or planning on submitting a proposal for SBIR/STTR funding through the National Institutes of Health (NIH)? It is not too early to start! During this workshop, our experts will provide important information about SBIR/STTR funding and how to craft a competitive SBIR/STTR proposal that meets the unique requirements of the NIH. In addition to up-to-date information on the SBIR/STTR programs.
New Healthy Aging Start-Up
Challenge & Bootcamp to foster diversity and accelerate innovation
The National Institute on Aging (NIA) is seeking researchers and entrepreneurs who have innovative ideas for science-driven technologies and products with the potential to increase the diversity of NIA-funded small business research and development. Entrepreneurs from groups underrepresented in health-related sciences are strongly encouraged to apply. Challenge finalists will participate in a four-month entrepreneurial bootcamp and five will be selected to receive up to $60,000 per finalist.
SBIR/STTR funding opportunities
About BBCetc
BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting, LLC (BBCetc) works with technology-based entrepreneurs and companies across the U.S. on strategies to advance their R&D efforts to commercialization. The BBCetc team is nationally recognized for its success in helping clients secure federal funding through the SBIR and STTR programs. BBCetc services include research grant assistance, SBIR/STTR training and proposal development assistance, and grants and contract management.

Contact us: www.bbcetc.com / 734.930.9741 / info@bbcetc.com