Date: May 27, 2025
Time: 8 AM – 5 PM
Method: In Person
Location: UMN McNamara Alumni Center – Discovery Nexus (2nd Floor)

Are you ready to take your groundbreaking product research and development (R&D) to the next level?

Whether your product R&D involves drugs, devices, therapeutics, diagnostics, digital Health, or other cutting-edge solutions, this is your opportunity to apply and secure funding to bring your novel solution to the world!

This is an education and coaching program designed to assist small businesses in preparing a Phase I, Phase II, Direct to Phase II or a Fast Track application to National Institutes of Health, Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.

The goal is to submit a high-quality research application.

💡 Note: Applying for funding requires significant effort (200+ hours). This program is designed for firms ready to commit to success!

Our Cohort is comprised in two stages: 

Stage 1: Formal Education – In Person – May 27 at McNamara Alumni Center
Stage 2: Deep Coaching and Support – after the formal education, we provide deep 1:1 coaching and support regarding your project.

More details can be found below in the “What is Covered?” tab.