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ITE Feasibility Study for Startup Accelerator Ignition Program Research Performance Progress Report (RPPR)
ITE Feasibility Study for Startup Accelerator Ignition Program Research Performance Progress Report (RPPR)
Evaluators can make filing the mandatory RPPR much easier for ITE Research awardees 💡💬💭 ...
USDA SBIR Phase II is opening soon!
USDA SBIR Phase II is opening soon!
The Phase II SBIR application deadline will be announced by USDA this December. are you ready? 🌱 🌽 🐄 ...
AI Legislation on a state-by-state basis
AI Legislation on a state-by-state basis
States are beginning to create individual regulations surrounding AI in addition to federal legislations. Could these regulations affect your funding ...
EDA
Celebrating Excellence: EDA’s Build-to-Scale Recipients and the Power of External Evaluation
The Economic Development Administration has selected exceptional organizations for its Build-to-Scale program. External evaluation is crucial for showcasing impact, credibility, ...
Building your evaluation plan for EDA Tech Hubs Phase II
Building your evaluation plan for EDA Tech Hubs Phase II
Do not hesitate in naming your evaluator for the upcoming EDA Tech Hubs Phase II NOFO! External evaluation is a ...
Thanking Funders is Key to Retaining Them
Thanking Funders is Key to Retaining Them
To retain funders as long-term partners, it's important to thank them for their contribution and treat them as stakeholders. Personalize ...
AI in Grant Research: What it Can and Can’t Do
AI in Grant Research: What it Can and Can’t Do
While AI can be a useful tool in grant research, it does not replace the human subject matter expert. 🧠 ...
Reach out to funders before applying for a specific opportunity
Reach out to funders before applying for a specific opportunity
Building a relationship with the program officer is a key strategy for small business owners applying for federal grant funding ...
AI's Role, Capabilities, and Drawbacks in Grant Funding Research
AI’s Role, Capabilities, and Drawbacks in Grant Funding Research
AI can not identify grant funding opportunities that fit a specific project without human intervention. 💻 🧠 💵 ...
NSF extends SBIR submission window
NSF extends SBIR submission window
The current SBIR/STTR Phase I solicitation submission window end date has been extended to 5:00 PM submitter’s local time on ...
Evaluating Grant-Funded Programs and Projects: A Guide for Grantees
Evaluating Grant-Funded Programs and Projects: A Guide for Grantees
Evaluation is a critical component of any grant program. It is used to measure the success of programmatic activities and ...
What does President Biden's new AI executive order mean for corporations and the nation?
What does President Biden’s new AI executive order mean for corporations and the nation?
Earlier this week, the Biden Administration signed the first United States Executive Order surrounding AI. 💻 🧠 ⚖️ ...
The Role of External Independent Evaluators in Ensuring the Success of EDA Tech Hubs Reporting: A Comprehensive Guide
The Role of External Independent Evaluators in Ensuring the Success of EDA Tech Hubs Reporting: A Comprehensive Guide
Using an external independent evaluator for EDA Tech Hubs grant reporting ensures unbiased, comprehensive evaluation through objectivity, expertise, credibility, and ...
Why you need an Evaluator for EDA Tech Hubs Phase II proposals
Why you need an Evaluator for EDA Tech Hubs Phase II proposals
The EDA Tech Hubs program has mandated reporting and evaluation requirements for all Phase II! Be sure you are selecting ...
AI and Its Relationship to Evaluation: What You Need to Know
AI and Its Relationship to Evaluation: What You Need to Know
Those seeking evaluation services may be wondering how the industry is affected by emerging AI technologies. As with any industry, ...

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