π’ Important update: NSF SBIR Phase I applications no longer require Letters of Support! Focus on detailed technical merit, clear commercial potential, robust project plans, and team qualifications to strengthen your proposal. Stay ahead with these changes and boost your funding success! πβ¨
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Navigating the Latest NIH Omnibus Solicitations: Key Changes and Updates
π NIH’s New SBIR/STTR Solicitations: Key Changes Unveiled! π
Discover the latest updates to the NIH Omnibus solicitations, including clinical trial requirements, streamlined submission processes, diverse funding mechanisms, and a renewed emphasis on diversity and inclusion. These changes are designed to enhance innovation and commercialization opportunities for small businesses. π
NSF Introduces Six New Product Types in NSF-PAR: What You Need to Know
π’ NSF adds six new product types to NSF-PAR! Learn how to update your project reports and meet public access requirements. ππ
Navigating the New NSF SBIR Phase I Project Description Template: Key Changes You Need to Know
π The NSF SBIR Phase I Project Description template has new page lengths! π Intellectual Merit is now 7-10 pages, Broader Impacts remains 1-2 pages, Company and Team is 1-2 pages, and the new Commercialization Potential section is 1-3 pages. Stay ahead with these updates! π
NSF Engines: Reminder Key Deadlines and Proposal Stages
The NSF Engines program NSF24-565 is now open. π’ Deadlines: LOI by June 18, 2024 π , Preliminary Proposal by August 6, 2024 π, Full Proposal by February 11, 2025 ποΈ. Have you selected your Evaluation Team? π§βπ¬π©βπ¬
PPAG upcoming changes effective May 20, 2024
NSF has just announced forthcoming changes to the PPAG. Here is what to expect. π π
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 campaign in the future? β οΈ βοΈ
NSF extends SBIR submission window
The current SBIR/STTR Phase I solicitation submission window end date has been extended to 5:00 PM submitterβs local time on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. Stay tuned for new SBIR/STTR submission opportunities.
How the Government Shutdown Impacts Reporting Outcomes on Federally Funded Grants
The pending Government shutdown can have a significant impact on reporting outcomes on federally funded grants. We have some advice on what to do.
The Possible Government Shutdown: What Grant Applicants Need to Know
A potential government shutdown could impact grant award decisions from the federal government in a number of ways.