VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
APRIL 26 - 30
Did you know… The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is one of the largest sources of early-stage capital for life sciences in the U.S.? There is more than $1.2 billion of seed funding for small businesses that are developing innovative products and services that could potentially save lives.
Are you…
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New to the NIH small business grant programs?
- Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)
- Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)
- A diverse life science entrepreneur or biomedical researcher looking for seed funding?
- A stakeholder in a minority-owned or woman-owned small business?
Make plans today to learn how to apply for seed funding to support your early-stage biomedical research and grow your small business at this FREE virtual conference on April 26-30.
What to Expect

Application Process
Gain tips on developing a successful, competitive application.

SBIR/STTR Basics
Explore small business program basics that will help you succeed.

Meetings with Experts
Schedule a 15-minute meeting with small business program staff.

Resources
Discover the resources to help your business thrive.
Conference Schedule
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1:30 - 1:45 PM EDT
NIH Welcomes Diverse Perspectives
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2:00 - 2:45 PM EDT
Diversity and Bias: Perceptions and Reality
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3:00 - 3:45 PM EDT
America’s Seed Fund is Open for Business
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4:00 - 4:45 PM EDT
Secrets to a Successful Submission
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9:00 - 12:00 PM EDT
Conversations with Experts: 15-minute meetings by appointment
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1:00 - 1:45 PM EDT
Strengthening Your Small Business with Academic Partnerships
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2:00 - 2:45 PM EDT
Demyth-defying Review: Submission to Score
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3:00 - 3:45 PM EDT
Compete Like a Pro: Path to a Fundable Phase I
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Go for the Gold: Path to a Fundable Fast-Track or Direct to Phase II
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4:00 - 4:45 PM EDT
Persistence is Key: Resources for Resubmission
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9:00 - 12:00 PM EDT
Conversations with Experts: 15-minute meetings by appointment
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1:00 - 1:45 PM EDT
Entrepreneurs in Action: Stories of Success
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2:00 - 2:45 PM EDT
Communication is Key: Managing Your Award
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3:00 - 3:45 PM EDT
Beyond Research: Building a Business
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4:00 - 4:45 PM EDT
Partnering for Success
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9:00 AM - 6:00 PM EDT
Conversations with Experts: 15-minute chats by appointment