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Time, Effort, and the Elusive Perfect Proposal: What Really Counts
Writing a proposal is an art form, based on the team and the science. While we know there is such a thing as a perfect score, because we’ve gotten one, the reality is that there is no perfect grant and more importantly it’s impossible to know whether you’ve reached...
Being Proactive is a Key to Winning Grants
We conducted a longitudinal study to determine whether or not a proactive effort is a key differentiating element to winning grants. We conducted this experiment as part of a public university's initiative to increase non-dilutive funding for its spinout companies...
NIH SBIR Contract Announcement
The FY2025-1 Small Business Innovation Research Contract (SBIR) Program solicitation has been posted! “The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) invite small business concerns (SBCs) to submit research...
Securing Strategic Non-Dilutive Funding: A Primer
Understanding the nuances and requirements of winning grants is crucial for successfully obtaining these substantial funding opportunities. This guidance document leverages insights from Grant Engine and the latest industry practices to provide a summary roadmap for securing large-scale federal funding.
Unlocking Success: Strategies to Secure Key Opinion Leaders and High-Caliber Collaborators
In our dynamic world of life sciences, the journey from innovative idea to market success is complex and challenging. Starting in the early 1940’s the KOL has become an instrumental and pivotal aspect to a viable go to market strategy. One crucial aspect of this...
5 Grant Submission Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make (and How to Avoid Them)
In the intricate and competitive world of grant applications, the margin for error is often narrow. Review committees, study section chairs, lay-reviewers, and programmatic reviewers all act on the fundamental premise that securing grant funding is not merely about...
2024 NIH SBIR/STTR Budget Waiver Topics: A Gateway to Pioneering Health Research
In 2024, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) continues its mission to foster medical and behavioral research through its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Integral to these programs is the budget...
States with SBIR-Matching Funds: Fostering Innovation and Growth
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs stand out as critical catalysts in the dynamic technological innovation landscape, encouraging small businesses to engage in research and development with commercial...
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...
Looking Back to Move Forward
In the competitive research and innovation landscape, securing funding is crucial to turning groundbreaking ideas into reality. Non-dilutive funding, primarily through avenues like the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, stands out as a critical...