The National Science Foundation (NSF) invests more than $200 million annually in their SBIR/STTR Program to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense. NSF-funded research has led to breakthroughs and new discoveries that help people live longer, healthier and more productive lives, and builds a research foundation that drives further discovery. Join this live virtual SBIR classroom for an overview of the National Science Foundation’s SBIR/STTR grant program. In addition to up-to-date information on the SBIR/STTR programs, we’ll take a deep dive into the NSF program specifics, so you’re equipped for a successful proposal. You’ll learn: • Program’s goals and eligibility • How to navigate the NSF website and use web tools • The importance of Program Managers • Application components and proposal scoring • How to avoid common pitfalls and more! April 10, 2024 SBIR/STTR ABC’s and Overview of NSF program April 17, 2024 Project Description Elements April 24, 2024 Other key elements of the Phase I