What is SBIR and STTR?
The Small BusinessInnovation Research (SBIR)and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are the federal government’s largest research and development (R&D) grant suite targeted to the small business community. With more then $2 billion available annually, it is arguably the best source of risk capital available to help fund the development of promising new technologies. SBIR can also serve as a pathway to equity financing.
Who Should Attend?
Technology-based small businesses entrepreneurs, researchers, and faculty seeking funding for R&D with plans to submit a SBIR/STTR proposal within the next 12 months.
Why Attend?
- Receive detailed instruction on preparing eachcomponent of a proposal;
- Obtain current information on the SBIR/STTR program and the agency’s proposal submission processes; and,
- Ensure that all of the necessary tools and information are available to prepare a competitive proposal
Seminar Details
Please see the Full Agenda HERE.
How Do I Register and Pay?
Day 1: and 2: $75 per person for both days or $50 per person, per day
Day 3: NO FEE, Space is limited, so apply soon for appointment by contacting David Jordan at daj7@psu.edu or call 814-865-1862 to request appointment survey.
Register at www.sbdc.psu.edu/calendar.htm
Preregistration and payment are required at least ONE week before seminar.
Directions
The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel
215 Innovation Blvd., State College, PA
Free parking is available.