Helpful Links For The Doers

There are 11 Federal Agencies and Departments that offer SBIR/STTR programs. Here is an easy way to get a sense of each agency's mission, research focus and program details. https://www.sbir.gov

Review this quick tutorial on SBA's website to learn about several registrations your business will be required to complete before you can apply for any funding programs.

Please be aware that most agencies have additional requirements unique to their application systems like the NIH eRA Commons which then allows you to submit application through the ASSIST portal or NSF's Research.gov which allows you to apply via the FastLane system.

These registrations are no piece of cake - you need 4-6 weeks to complete them all. Start now!

Many start ups we work with do not realize how important it is to understand the regulatory path for their product or service or delay obtaining crucial guidance for too long. Did you know the FDA is encouraging small businesses to contact them as early as possible before investing valuable time and resources on the wrong studies? Learn what you can do to receive guidance. https://www.fda.gov/industry/small-business-assistance

If your research involves human subjects, you will need to understand what that means for your project. https://grants.nih.gov/policy/clinical-trials/definition.htm