SBIR/STTR Resources
Below are links to resources from MTI that provide more in-depth information on the SBIR/STTR program. We’ll continue to update and expand these resources to provide entrepreneurs with expert insights into getting federal funding for their innovations.
SBIR/STTR and TAP Program Flyers
SBIR/STTR Program
TAP Program
Download our PDF about MTI’s TAP program, providing assistance for SBIR/STTR applicants
Workshops Presentations
These are resources that were presented at past SBIR/STTR workshops, which often go into detail about one of the participating federal agencies.
SBIR/STTR Overview Webinar, January 18, 2023
Online Workshop presented by MTI’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Experts, Karen West and Suzanne Hamlin, along with Senior Investment Officer, Shane Beckim. They provided an overview of the Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) programs, as well as details around how MTI’s Technical Assistance Program (TAP) team helps companies develop competitive proposals at no cost. An interactive Q&A session followed the presentation.
National Science Foundation SBIR/STTR Workshop, June 7, 2022
Virtual Workshop presented by MTI’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Expert, Karen West, and National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Program Director, Ben Schrag. Ben covered the NSF Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) program and provided insights into how businesses could access over $1M in funding. The Technical Assistance Program MTI offers was also discussed. An interactive Q&A session followed the presentation.
USDA SBIR Solicitation Overview Workshop, May 17, 2022
Virtual Workshop presented by MTI’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Expert, Karen West, and US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Coordinator, Melinda Coffman. Melinda provided an overview of their FY2023 solicitation and topics of interest, as well as insights into how small businesses can access up to $800K in R&D funding for innovative technology through the SBIR program. The expert guidance and support MTI’s Technical Assistance Program (TAP) team offers companies seeking to develop competitive applications was also discussed.
Third in a 3-Part Series: Understanding the NIH SBIR/STTR Peer Review Process Workshop, January 25, 2022
Virtual Workshop presented by MTI’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Expert, Karen West, and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Expert Jo Anne Goodnight provides helpful information about the NIH Peer Review Process and how to write an SBIR/STTR application to engage the reviewers.
Second in a 3-Part Series: Writing the Specific Aims Page for National Institutes of Health SBIR/STTR Applications Workshop, January 18, 2022
Virtual Workshop presented by MTI’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Expert, Karen West, and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Expert Jo Anne Goodnight focused on the importance of a well-crafted “Specific Aims” page to highlight proposed research objectives.
First in a 3-Part Series: National Institutes of Health SBIR/STTR Proposal Preparation Workshop, January 11, 2022
Virtual Workshop presented by MTI’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Expert, Karen West, and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Expert Jo Anne Goodnight designed to provide an overview of the NIH SBIR/STTR proposal process.
SBIR / STTR Events
Attend one of these upcoming events to learn about potential federal funding opportunities for your innovative business idea.
The SBIR/STTR programs are highly competitive. To submit a strong proposal, it helps to have resources, advice and expert knowledge on what technologies the participating federal agencies are interested in. MTI hosts and participates in regular informational workshops and webinars. These are great opportunities to learn from experts about these programs and oftentimes network with decision-makers at various government agencies.
See below for a calendar of upcoming SBIR/STTR events, and to learn more about these programs, click here.
