US Department of Education opens FY-05 SBIR

The US Department of Education has opened its FY-05 SBIR grants solicitation, consisting of one priority with five invitational priorities (topic areas) proposed by the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services' (OSERS) National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) with awards up to $75,000. The solicitation closes on May 9, 2005. It is anticipated that ED will fund 17 awards under this program. Read More...

SBIR Phase I and Phase II Proposal Training events slated

Whether you are a rookie or a veteran of this $2,000.000,000+ funding source, there is much to gain from attending this full-day event. Join national SBIR experts, Greenwood Consulting Group and The University of North Carolina's SBTDC for a comprehensive proposal development workshop.

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National SBIR/STTR Phase II conference on the horizon

This by-invitation-only conference provides a forum to bring together scientist, engineers, and technology decision-makers from a wide range of disciplines and environments to discuss all aspects of transitioning SBIR-supported research and development into government and private sector commercial markets. The program will include plenary speakers; focused sessions; pre-arranged, 20-minute appointments between SBIR small businesses and representatives from government prime contractors, defense acquisition programs, and other potential end users of the technology; poster papers; and exhibits. These sessions provide the opportunity for small businesses, large businesses, and government agencies to discuss their capabilities and needs.

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Proposal-writing basics: Your indirect rate is not cast in stone

Learn what nationally known experts have to say about handling indirect rates.

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Foundation funding opportunities

Two foundations are offering grants...

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