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States Resources for Science Companies

States Resources for Science Companies

This blog post compiles resources for Life Science companies organized by state. Herein you will see associations, support organizations, and information that will help you and your company in realizing your mission.

Unlock Growth With Colorado’s Advanced Industries Grants

Unlock Growth With Colorado’s Advanced Industries Grants

Calling all small businesses with innovative bioscience in Colorado! Seize a transformative opportunity to propel your early-stage company forward with the Advanced Industries Early-Stage Capital and Retention Grant—right here in the heart of Colorado.

What Are Allowable and Unallowable Expenses in an SBIR?

What Are Allowable and Unallowable Expenses in an SBIR?

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program is essential for scientific and technological advancement, requiring meticulous financial management. Understanding the distinction between allowable and unallowable expenses under this program is crucial for...

Software as a Medical Device Regulatory Pathway: A New Route

Software as a Medical Device Regulatory Pathway: A New Route

New technology has led to definitive progress in diagnosing, treating, and analyzing clinical conditions for patients in the United States and beyond. One such development is Software as a Medical Device, the name for software products that have clinical uses but do...

NIH SBIR Budget Waiver Topics

NIH SBIR Budget Waiver Topics

NIH_Topics_for_Budget_WaiversDownload   Every funding period, NIH announces topics approved for budgets greater than $259,613 for Phase I SBIR/STTR awards, and greater than $1,730,751 for Phase II, presenting a lucrative opportunity for businesses. That being...

Effectively Partnering with a Grant Writing Company

Effectively Partnering with a Grant Writing Company

When trying to secure non-dilutive funding, organizations are faced with a big decision – to write and submit the grant themselves or to partner with a grant writing company? The right grant writing company serves many purposes outside of actually writing and...

Is Grant Funding Complementary to Equity?

Is Grant Funding Complementary to Equity?

Non-dilutive funding is financing that does require any sales of your shares, so it does not dilute the value of existing shares or equity. In other words, it allows you to keep your company equity in place. Non-dilutive funding protects your equity and profits while...

Resources for Female Entrepreneurs

Resources for Female Entrepreneurs

March is Women’s History Month! Grant Engine wants to see women-owned small businesses succeed in securing funding, so we put this list of resources together in support of female entrepreneurs. The NIH, especially the SBIR/STTR programs, shares this mission. The SBIR...