Connecticut's Office of Innovation National Science Foundation Workshop

The National Science Foundation (NSF) invests more than $200 million annually in their SBIR/STTR Program to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense.

NSF-funded research has led to breakthroughs and new discoveries that help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and builds a research foundation that drives further discovery.

Join this live SBIR workshop for an overview of the NSF SBIR/STTR programs and proposal requirements. In addition to up-to-date information on the SBIR/STTR programs, our expert will review how to get your NSF proposal started and review tips for success so that you’re equipped to submit a competitive proposal.

You’ll learn:

• The NSF SBIR/STTR Program’s goals and eligibility requirements
• Tips for planning the project
• The importance of Program Directors at NSF
• Application components and proposal scoring
• How to avoid common pitfalls and more!