Why Research Security Training Matters, Even Beyond Compliance
EBHC completed NSF’s free Research Security Training and explains why it matters for proposals, program evaluation, and federally funded research.
EBHC completed NSF’s free Research Security Training and explains why it matters for proposals, program evaluation, and federally funded research.
NSF moved major SBIR/STTR proposal instructions online, creating new compliance risks for applicants relying only on solicitation PDFs.
South Dakota startups can receive $5K in Phase 0 funds for SBIR/STTR proposal prep—advance notice and timeline requirements apply.
HHS will limit SBIR/STTR applicants to nine proposals annually, forcing companies to rethink submission volume and funding strategy.
HHS applicants are now encouraged to consider the MAHA Strategy. The language is optional, but the signal may not be.
Montana Innovation Partnership offers $2,000 FAST Microgrants for SBIR/STTR prep—only six awarded each year, so apply early.
Certain NIH and FDA components no longer accept clinical trials through Parent NOFOs, creating major application screening risks.
HHS Parent NOFOs now use a clinical trial optional structure, simplifying application selection while changing proposal strategy.
LaunchTN offers $6,000 to support SBIR proposals and commercialization efforts for early-stage tech companies that meet training and match criteria.
NIH budget limits vary significantly by Institute, creating funding opportunities ranging from Phase I awards to $15 million Phase IIBs.