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How to Prepare for SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Before It Arrives
SBIR/STTR reauthorization is approaching. Six strategic actions innovators should take now to stay competitive and compliant ...
The Intersection of Policy and Evaluation in Government Funding Programs
Transform policies with data-driven evaluations that enhance effectiveness, equity, and impact in government-funded programs ...
How to Prepare for FY26 CDMRP Pre-Announcements Before the Solicitations Drop
FY26 CDMRP pre-announcements are live. Smart teams are preparing now, before official solicitations compress timelines and clarity disappears ...
How to Decide if the Army’s xTech Adaptive Strike Competition Is Worth Your Time
Army xTech | Adaptive Strike offers $1.5M in prizes. Here’s how to assess fit, risk, and next steps strategically ...
Louisiana Startups: Get Up to $5K to Prepare a Competitive SBIR or STTR Proposal
Louisiana startups can access $5K in reimbursable costs to prepare SBIR/STTR proposals. Consultant fees, R&D, and more are eligible ...
Funding on the Horizon for Spinal Cord Injury Research
CDMRP’s FY26 SCIRP pre-announcement outlines research priorities and emerging funding routes for spinal cord injury investigators ...
Understanding the Review Process: What Happens After You Submit?
Submitting an SBIR/STTR proposal is a significant milestone, but what happens next can feel like a mystery ...
Maine Entrepreneurs: Secure $5K to Prepare Your SBIR or Federal R&D Proposal
MTI offers Maine startups $5,000 in reimbursable support to strengthen SBIR or federal R&D proposals. Applications accepted on a rolling ...
Mississippi Startups Can Access $3K to Build Competitive SBIR Proposals
Mississippi startups can receive $3,000 to strengthen their SBIR/STTR proposals with data, consulting, or travel—rolling applications accepted ...
How To Choose Between Grants, BAAs, CSOs, And OTs Without Guesswork
Choosing between grants, BAAs, CSOs, and OTs depends on readiness, flexibility, and how the Department of War plans to engage ...
How to Prepare for NASA SBIR/STTR Now That the Budget Has Grown
NASA’s growing SBIR/STTR budget creates opportunity, but only for teams prepared to meet higher expectations and execution scrutiny ...
Getting Evaluation-ready For The Next Wave Of Quantum Ecosystem Funding
As quantum funding shifts toward ecosystems, institutions must strengthen evaluation readiness to meet federal expectations for accountability, learning, and long-term ...
The Power of Crowdfunding as a Non-Dilutive Funding Strategy
For startups seeking capital without giving up equity, crowdfunding has emerged as a powerful non-dilutive funding option ...
How to Prepare for NIH New Research Security Training Requirement Before the Next Solicitation Drops
NIH’s new Research Security Training mandate requires annual certification for key personnel starting May 2026. Here’s how applicants can be ...
OLAW is now closed due to the lapse in Federal Government funding
Due to the absence of either a fiscal year 2026 appropriation or a Continuing Resolution for the Department of Health ...
