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SUMMARY:NIH: Obtaining Regulatory Approval and Coverage
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”4/6″]The National Heart\, Lung\, and Blood Institute and March of Dimes Present:\nMaternal Health Innovation: From Idea to Impact\n[vc_column_text css=””] \nObtaining Regulatory Approval and Coverage\nJuly 1 | 11 AM CT | Virtual \nThis webinar is the final session of the five-part “Maternal Health Innovation: From Idea to Impact” virtual series focused on the development of novel technologies for addressing maternal mortality and morbidity. \nThis session will demystify the regulatory and reimbursement pathways for maternal health innovations\, ensuring founders can plan for market entry and adoption. \nThis session will cover FDA clearance/approval processes for devices\, diagnostics\, and therapeutics; CMS and private payer coverage considerations; and strategies for integrating evidence generation with regulatory and reimbursement planning.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/nih-obtaining-regulatory-approval-and-coverage/
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SUMMARY:FLC Educational Webinar:  Skills\, Certifications\, and Degrees to Succeed in Technology Transfer
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]FLC Lab Showcase[vc_column_text css=””] \nSkills\, Certifications\, and Degrees to Succeed in Technology Transfer\nJuly 15\, 2025 | 11 AM – 12 PM | Virtual[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Three members of the Department of Veterans Affairs — Trina Voss\, Bhoomija Hariprasad\, and John Beard — will lead this webinar on the exploration of potential benefits\, costs\, and career impacts of opportunities to expand one’s career in federal technology transfer. Join this webinar to learn how to think strategically about your next steps and learn about new professional development possibilities.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/flc-educational-webinar2/
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SUMMARY:NSBA SBTC: Making the Most of NIH SBIR/STTR Opportunities in 2026
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”4/6″]SBTC Council Event | Making the Most of NIH SBIR/STTR Opportunities in 2026[vc_column_text css=””]July 22\, 2026 | 1:00 PM CT | Virtual \nIn this session\, you will take part in a conversation with NSBA’s Small Business Technology Council (SBTC) and the NIH’s Director of the National Institutes of Health’s (NIH’s) Small Business Program Stephanie Fertig\, discussing how the NIH is implementing the programs under the 2026 reauthorization\, including changes to program administration and opportunities for participating companies.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/nsba-sbtc-webinar/
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SUMMARY:America's Seed Fund Summit: Art of the NSF SBIR/STTR Project Pitch
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\nAmerica’s Seed Fund Summit: Art of the NSF SBIR/STTR Project Pitch[vc_column_text css=””]July 23 | 1 PM CT | Virtual \nInterested in submitting a Project Pitch to the America’s Seed Fund\, powered by the U.S. National Science Foundation? Join this webinar to learn the art of the pitch and gain insights into what makes a successful Project Pitch. This session will cover the key elements of a successful pitch\, common pitfalls to avoid\, and strategies for clearly communicating your innovation\, technical vision\, and commercial opportunity. Includes live Q&A with NSF program directors.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n		register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/nsf-project-pitch/
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SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - Understanding Types of Government Solicitations
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]APEX Accelerator[/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Understanding Types of Government Solicitations[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Date: 7/28/2026\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CDT)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Tonya Lamont (651) 201-2604 \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness\, Government Contracting\, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness\, Selling to Government \nDescription:\nThe government is a great customer to add to your business – but competition can be fierce and the process has become increasingly difficult. Join APEX Accelerator for this session to learn about the most common acronyms in contracting; the difference between solicitations and unsolicited proposals; the parts of a solicitation; and more\, so that you can become a competitive and competent bidder ready to position yourself for success.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
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SUMMARY:Small Business Innovation Research IP Awareness Webinar Series 2026: Spotlight on the National Institute of Standards and Technology
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\nUSPTO[vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”leader-text”]Small Business Innovation Research IP Awareness Webinar Series 2026: Spotlight on the National Institute of Standards and Technology[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Date: July 30\, 2026\nTime: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM CT \nJoin the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) for a webinar on the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program and intellectual property on Thursday\, July 30\, 2026\, from 2-4 p.m. ET. \nThis webinar features insights from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Attendees will learn about SBIR funding opportunities\, the value of protecting inventions and brands\, and free USPTO resources that support innovators and entrepreneurs. \nProgram goals: \n\nIncrease awareness of USPTO resources and services\nPromote the value of obtaining and maintaining intellectual property\nSupport innovation and invention\n\nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow the SBIR program supports early-stage research and development NIST specific SBIR program information\nWhy patents and trademarks matter for small businesses\nHow to access free USPTO resources and support programs\n\nThis program is for: \n\nSBIR applicants and awardees\nSmall business owners\nEntrepreneurs and startups\nResearchers and innovators\nAnyone interested in commercializing new technology\n\nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
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