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SUMMARY:USPTO - Patents DOCX filing
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]USPTO[vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1745618348903{border-radius: 1px !important;}”] \nPatents DOCX filing\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]April 9 | 1 PM – 2 PM CT | Virtual \nThese free United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) training sessions provide a comprehensive overview of how to file and retrieve DOCX files in Patent Center. Each session takes about an hour and includes time for questions\, as well as an opportunity to use the Patent Center’s training mode to practice DOCX filing. \nAs announced in May 2022\, the USPTO is switching to DOCX as part of the USPTO’s ongoing initiatives to use the most advanced technology and to issue and maintain robust and reliable patents. DOCX is key to the to the USPTO’s application readiness initiatives\, which will provide quick and reliable feedback to applicants to correct their applications before they hit the examiner’s desk so that examiners can spend more time working with applicants to identify subject matter for protection. Currently\, filing in DOCX allows for automated checks that prevent unnecessary delays in processing an application.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-patents-docx-filing/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
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SUMMARY:USPTO - Trademark Basics: Learn the Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]USPTO[vc_column_text css=”” text_style=”leader-text”]Trademark Basics: Learn the Fundamentals[/vc_column_text][/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 css=””]March 4\, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM CT | Virtual \nAre you a small business owner or entrepreneur interested in learning about trademarks and how to apply for a federal registration? If so\, this event is a must-attend. We’ll focus on trademark protection in the United States. The event is free\, but space is limited so register early. \nThis session will cover: \n\nDefinitions and types of trademarks\nBenefits of federal registration\nHow to select a trademark\nSteps for filing and registration\nWhere to find help\n\nThe webinar will be presented live via Webex on Wednesday\, February 4\, from 7-8:30 p.m. ET\, and will conclude with a question-and-answer session. After the presentation\, USPTO will dive into an interactive Q&A session with a trademark expert and direct you to free resources. \nThis event is hosted by the USPTO and will be livestreamed on Webex. \nFor more information\, contact TMWebinar@uspto.gov. \nAccessibility accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-trademark-basics/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251003T130000
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SUMMARY:NSF I-Corps Hub Great Lakes Region: I-Corps Jumpstart
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n\nI-Corps Jumpstart\n[vc_column_text]October 3\, October 10\, October 24\, November 7\, and November 21\nFridays | 11:00AM-1:00PM CT\nFree[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]I-Corps Jumpstart will help you explore the commercial viability of your STEM-based innovation idea. I-Corps uses the Lean LaunchPad approach (also called Lean Startup)\, and it will help you systematically test key assumptions about your technology and the customer problems it might be able to solve better than current alternatives. This assessment of “technology-problem fit” is the critical first step toward commercial success for any technology venture. This free\, online course is for faculty\, researchers\, and students with STEM-based ideas or Intellectual Property and a strong interest in commercializing their technology. \nLearning Objectives\n\nDevelop familiarity with Lean LaunchPad concepts and tools such as customer discovery\, value proposition design\, and business model canvas\nUnderstand customers’ problems (“pain points”) from THEIR perspective\nMap your customer ecosystem to understand customer roles\, requirements\, and decision processes\nIdentify modifications to your technology assumptions required to achieve product-market fit\nBuild connections to the commercial ecosystem (i.e. customers\, suppliers\, funders) for your innovation\nDevelop a commercialization roadmap identifying key milestones and required resources to move your idea forward\n\nCourse Benefits\n\nBecome eligible for the NSF I-Corps National Teams program and $50\,000 grant for qualifying technologies and teams (only deep-tech\, university-based teams who complete at least 20-30 customer discovery interviews).\nUpon completion of the workshop and the customer discovery interviews\, you and/or your team may be eligible for a mini-grant of up to $500. Funds may reimburse customer discovery interview travel expenses.\nPrepare for applying to the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.\nGain valuable market insight to inform the next steps in your research and/or development.\nDevelop network connections and receive mentoring from experienced industry experts and entrepreneurs\nDevelop the entrepreneurial mindset and toolset needed for a career in academia\, industry\, startups\, or government\nReceive a digital certificate upon course completion\n\nThis course is for faculty\, researchers\, postdocs\, and students with STEM-based ideas or Intellectual Property and a strong interest in commercializing their technology. \nCourse Schedule\nAll course events will occur virtually on Zoom on Fridays from 12:00-2:00PM ET (11:00AM-1:00PM CT): October 3\, October 10\, October 24\, November 7\, and November 21. \nIn between the formal course sessions\, you will conduct 20-30 customer discovery interviews\, complete online learning assignments\, apply the tools to your own tech\, and receive feedback and coaching from a team of experienced instructors/mentors. \nPlease note that there will be a considerable amount of work between the workshop dates and times – approximately 8-10 hours/week. We highly recommend completing this course as a team due to the workload. \nQuestions can be directed to info@greatlakesicorps.org.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Here\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/nsf-i-corps-jumpstart/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251002T120000
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SUMMARY:USPTO Series - Intellectual property basics and helpful resources
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 text_style=”leader-text”]IP Basics and Helpful Resources[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: Monthly\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nUnfamiliar with patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. \nThe USPTO’s Midwest Elijah J. McCoy Regional Outreach Office offers this session for aspiring entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and students the first Thursday of each month. Space is limited\, so register early. \nThe discussion will cover: \n\nAn overview of intellectual property types: patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets\nWhy innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP\nLocal resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies\n\nFor more information\, contact the Midwest Office by email at midwest@uspto.gov or call 313-446-4800. \nAccessibility accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-series-ipbasics/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250910T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250725T152024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T152024Z
UID:10000829-1757498400-1757503800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | September
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_column_text] \nSBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered monthly. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-ask-us-anything-sept/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250417T170249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T193412Z
UID:10000753-1756983600-1756987200@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:USPTO Series - Intellectual property basics and helpful resources
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 text_style=”leader-text”]IP Basics and Helpful Resources[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: Monthly\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nUnfamiliar with patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. \nThe USPTO’s Midwest Elijah J. McCoy Regional Outreach Office offers this session for aspiring entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and students the first Thursday of each month. Space is limited\, so register early. \nThe discussion will cover: \n\nAn overview of intellectual property types: patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets\nWhy innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP\nLocal resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies\n\nFor more information\, contact the Midwest Office by email at midwest@uspto.gov or call 313-446-4800. \nAccessibility accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-series-ipbasics/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250813T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250408T202915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T130420Z
UID:10000740-1755079200-1755084600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | August
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered monthly.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-8-13/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250417T170249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T193412Z
UID:10000752-1754564400-1754568000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:USPTO Series - Intellectual property basics and helpful resources
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 text_style=”leader-text”]IP Basics and Helpful Resources[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: Monthly\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nUnfamiliar with patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. \nThe USPTO’s Midwest Elijah J. McCoy Regional Outreach Office offers this session for aspiring entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and students the first Thursday of each month. Space is limited\, so register early. \nThe discussion will cover: \n\nAn overview of intellectual property types: patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets\nWhy innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP\nLocal resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies\n\nFor more information\, contact the Midwest Office by email at midwest@uspto.gov or call 313-446-4800. \nAccessibility accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-series-ipbasics/2025-08-07/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250408T202636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T130432Z
UID:10000739-1752660000-1752665400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | July
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered monthly.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-7-16/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250408T202219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T130458Z
UID:10000738-1749636000-1749641400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | June
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-6-11/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250417T170249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T193412Z
UID:10000751-1749121200-1749124800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:USPTO Series - Intellectual property basics and helpful resources
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 text_style=”leader-text”]IP Basics and Helpful Resources[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: Monthly\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nUnfamiliar with patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. \nThe USPTO’s Midwest Elijah J. McCoy Regional Outreach Office offers this session for aspiring entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and students the first Thursday of each month. Space is limited\, so register early. \nThe discussion will cover: \n\nAn overview of intellectual property types: patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets\nWhy innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP\nLocal resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies\n\nFor more information\, contact the Midwest Office by email at midwest@uspto.gov or call 313-446-4800. \nAccessibility accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-series-ipbasics/2025-06-05/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250521T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250408T200151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T130553Z
UID:10000737-1747821600-1747827000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything | May
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-aua-2025-5-21/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250510T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250410T214339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T222736Z
UID:10000741-1746880200-1746885600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:USPTO - Successful Inventing: Licensing Your Product or Concept
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/6″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”5/6″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″]USPTO[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]Successful Inventing: Licensing Your Product or Concept[/vc_column_text][/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]Date: 5/10/2025\nTime: 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM CT \nRegister today for the third virtual event on Product Development in the Successful Inventing series for 2025\, presented by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and the Licensing Executives Society – Silicon Valley Chapter. \nThis session focuses on licensing products or concepts: \n\nShould I license or manufacture?\nWhat is in a royalty and how does it work?\nWhat companies expect to see from the inventor\nWhich companies to approach and why\nNegotiating the license\n\nThe Successful Inventing series covers various aspects of the invention process. During each virtual\, monthly session\, participants will hear experts discuss intellectual property\, product development\, licensing\, funding\, and more. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation. Please email your questions in advance or during the event to northeast@uspto.gov. \nFor more information\, please email northeast@uspto.gov. \nAccessibility Accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-successful-inventing/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250417T170249Z
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UID:10000750-1746097200-1746100800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:USPTO Series - Intellectual property basics and helpful resources
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 text_style=”leader-text”]IP Basics and Helpful Resources[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: Monthly\nTime: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET \nUnfamiliar with patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets? Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from USPTO experts about intellectual property (IP) basics and potential ways to protect your innovation as you transition from idea to product. \nThe USPTO’s Midwest Elijah J. McCoy Regional Outreach Office offers this session for aspiring entrepreneurs\, innovators\, and students the first Thursday of each month. Space is limited\, so register early. \nThe discussion will cover: \n\nAn overview of intellectual property types: patents\, trademarks\, copyrights\, and trade secrets\nWhy innovators and entrepreneurs should consider protecting their IP\nLocal resources and assistance available through the USPTO and other agencies\n\nFor more information\, contact the Midwest Office by email at midwest@uspto.gov or call 313-446-4800. \nAccessibility accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-series-ipbasics/2025-05-01/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T150000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250417T162626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T162626Z
UID:10000743-1744984800-1744988400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:USPTO - 	Getting started with Patent Public Search
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 text_style=”leader-text”]Getting started with Patent Public Search[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 4/23/2025\nTime: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET \nAre you puzzled by patent searching or confused by the patent searching options available on the internet? Whether you are a novice searcher or an experienced one\, the USPTO is here to help. \nLibrarians from the Patent and Trademark Resource Center Program\, who are experienced with educating users on USPTO search tools\, will show you how to use the new Patent Public Search tool. The webinar will be held on Wednesday\, April 23\, from 2-3 p.m. ET. \nFor more information about this webinar\, please email PTRCP@uspto.gov. \nAccessibility accommodation\nIf you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation\, please submit your request to the contact information listed above. \nView all USPTO Events and Register: https://www.uspto.gov/about-us/events[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/uspto-getting-started-with-patent-public-search/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250409T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250305T195254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T195254Z
UID:10000732-1744192800-1744198200@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-ask-us-anything-2025-4-9/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250301T060711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T060711Z
UID:10000729-1743598800-1743602400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - DCAA Introductory Series: Intro to DCAA & Audit Process Overview / Breaking Into GovCon
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″]APEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]DCAA Introductory Series: Intro to DCAA & Audit Process Overview / Breaking Into GovCon[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 4/2/2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (CST)\nRegistration Deadline: 4/2/2025 9:00 AM (CST)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Christina Nebel-Dickerson (651) 201-2629 \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Business Financing\, Cash Flow Management\, Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness \nDescription:\nDiscover the essentials of working with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) in the upcoming DCAA Introductory Series\, hosted by your local APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX). This series covers DCAA’s roles\, the audit process\, and key insights for small businesses breaking into government contracting. Gain a clear understanding of audit communications\, government-compliant accounting requirements\, and how to navigate barriers to entry in the Defense Industrial Base. Perfect for small businesses new to federal contracting!   The DCAA will then break down the impact of the 2019 GAO “Contract Financing” report and the subsequent Defense Pricing and Contracting finance study\, which cited government compliant accounting systems\, Cost Accounting Standards\, and FAR Cost Principles as barriers to entry for small businesses looking to enter the Defense Industrial Base. During this presentation\, DCAA will look at the types of contract awards and the requirements for each\, as well as the common misconceptions of FAR\, CAS\, and TINA.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-dcaa-20250402/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator
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ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T123000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250207T232202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250210T161910Z
UID:10000711-1743595200-1743597000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Mini Webinar Series: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners - 3
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nThis three-part webinar series presented by CEC’s research partnerships manager\, Jason Stockman\, will introduce participants to the fundamentals of how to build successful industry partnerships. \nPart One: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nFriday\, March 7\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn the benefits of working with industry and what makes a good partner. Topics include: \n\nBenefits of industry partnerships\nHow to be a good partner\nTypes of partnership opportunities\nUsing an “Innovation Blueprint” to align on goals and outcomes\n\nPart Two: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nThursday\, March 20\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn how to find the right industry partner and successfully pitch your ideas. Topics include: \n\nHow to establish and grow industry partnerships\nIdentify prospective partners\nCreate an industry bio to help pitch your expertise\nAdapting and assessing mutual needs and fit\n\nPart Three: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nWednesday\, April 2\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn about resources and tools that can help you unlock opportunities with industry partners. Topics include: \n\nHow the Corporate Engagement Center can help\nWhat HALO and IN-PART are and how to use them to your benefit\nEstablish your brand\n\n[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Now\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/mini-webinar-series-unlocking-opportunities-with-industry-partners-3/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250320T123000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250207T231819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T232113Z
UID:10000710-1742472000-1742473800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Mini Webinar Series: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners - 2
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nThis three-part webinar series presented by CEC’s research partnerships manager\, Jason Stockman\, will introduce participants to the fundamentals of how to build successful industry partnerships. \nPart One: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nFriday\, March 7\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn the benefits of working with industry and what makes a good partner. Topics include: \n\nBenefits of industry partnerships\nHow to be a good partner\nTypes of partnership opportunities\nUsing an “Innovation Blueprint” to align on goals and outcomes\n\nPart Two: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nThursday\, March 20\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn how to find the right industry partner and successfully pitch your ideas. Topics include: \n\nHow to establish and grow industry partnerships\nIdentify prospective partners\nCreate an industry bio to help pitch your expertise\nAdapting and assessing mutual needs and fit\n\nPart Three: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nWednesday\, April 2\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn about resources and tools that can help you unlock opportunities with industry partners. Topics include: \n\nHow the Corporate Engagement Center can help\nWhat HALO and IN-PART are and how to use them to your benefit\nEstablish your brand\n\n[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Now\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/mini-webinar-series-unlocking-opportunities-with-industry-partners-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250312T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250117T170555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T195021Z
UID:10000702-1741773600-1741779000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:SBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our MNSBIR\, Inc. and SBIR/STTR Overview. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-ask-us-anything/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Ask Us Anything,MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T123000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250207T231538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T231538Z
UID:10000709-1741348800-1741350600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Mini Webinar Series: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nThis three-part webinar series presented by CEC’s research partnerships manager\, Jason Stockman\, will introduce participants to the fundamentals of how to build successful industry partnerships. \nPart One: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nFriday\, March 7\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn the benefits of working with industry and what makes a good partner. Topics include: \n\nBenefits of industry partnerships\nHow to be a good partner\nTypes of partnership opportunities\nUsing an “Innovation Blueprint” to align on goals and outcomes\n\nPart Two: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nThursday\, March 20\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn how to find the right industry partner and successfully pitch your ideas. Topics include: \n\nHow to establish and grow industry partnerships\nIdentify prospective partners\nCreate an industry bio to help pitch your expertise\nAdapting and assessing mutual needs and fit\n\nPart Three: Unlocking Opportunities with Industry Partners\nWednesday\, April 2\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Zoom \nLearn about resources and tools that can help you unlock opportunities with industry partners. Topics include: \n\nHow the Corporate Engagement Center can help\nWhat HALO and IN-PART are and how to use them to your benefit\nEstablish your brand\n\n[/vc_column_text]\n		Register Now\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/mini-webinar-series-unlocking-opportunities-with-industry-partners/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250301T045445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250301T050129Z
UID:10000723-1741179600-1741183200@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - DCAA Billing Series: Provisional Billing Rates/Barriers to Payments from a DCAA Perspective
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″]APEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]DCAA Billing Series: Provisional Billing Rates/Barriers to Payments from a DCAA Perspective[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Date: 3/5/2025\nTime: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM (CST)\nRegistration Deadline: 3/5/2025 9:00 AM (CST)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Christina Nebel-Dickerson (651) 201-2629 \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Accounting/Budget\, Business Financing\, Cash Flow Management\, Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness \nDescription:\nJoin your local APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) for the DCAA Billing Series\, featuring Provisional Billing Rates and Barriers to Payments from a DCAA Perspective. Learn how to establish and monitor Provisional Billing Rates\, prepare accurate interim vouchers\, and navigate the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE). This training equips small businesses with the tools to ensure compliance and streamline billing processes for cost reimbursable contracts. Congratulations! You have your first cost reimbursable award! Now what? The DCAA will define what types of contracts are eligible for interim reimbursement\, DCAA’s responsibility\, and regulatory oversight your company should be familiar with. The DCAA will dive into the preparation of vouchers\, the SF 1034\, and the DCAA pre-payment assessment. Learn examples of noncompliances DCAA finds when reviewing interim vouchers and how your small business can avoid them. Additionally\, the DCAA will provide an overview on how to navigate the Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment formerly known as PIEE\, the system your business will use to submit interim vouchers.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register\n							[/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-dcaa-billing-series-provisional-billing-rates-barriers-to-payments-from-a-dcaa-perspective/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator
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ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250211T100000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250123T145917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250123T153135Z
UID:10000703-1739264400-1739268000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:APEX Accelerator - TriState Webinar: Doing Business with the VA and Veteran Certification
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]APEX Accelerator[vc_column_text text_style=”leader-text”]TriState Webinar: Understanding Teaming Arrangements: Subcontracts\, JV & Mentor-Protege Agreements[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”]Date: 2/11/2025\nTime: 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (CST)\nRegistration Deadline: 2/11/2025 8:00 AM (CST)\nFee: No Fee \nPoint of Contact: Christina Nebel-Dickerson (651) 201-2629 \nProgram Format: Online Meeting (Live)\nTraining Topics: Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness\, DoD Mentor-Protégé Program Information\, Government Contracting\, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness\, Legal Issues\, SBA Mentor-Protégé Program Information\, Selling to Government \nDescription:\nHear from attorneys at Fredrickson as this webinar will introduce attendees to common ways contractors partner to pursue and perform government contracts. We will explore the risks and benefits of common teaming arrangements\, what the FAR requires\, potential risks and benefits\, practical strategies\, and best practices. \nThe 2025 monthly tri-state procurement webinars are hosted in partnership with the US Small Business Administration district offices and APEX Accelerators from Minnesota\, North Dakota\, and South Dakota.[/vc_column_text]\n		Register for Session\n							[/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/apex-accelerator-tristate-webinar-doing-business-with-the-va-and-veteran-certification/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MN APEX Accelerator
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ORGANIZER;CN="APEX Accelerator":MAILTO:apexaccelerator.adm@state.mn.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250108T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20250107T192710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T192755Z
UID:10000687-1736330400-1736335800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\nSBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our self-paced learning materials. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/ask-us-anything-2-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20241007T141926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T201837Z
UID:10000637-1731578400-1731583800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Launch Your Product With Confidence
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column]Launch Your Product With Confidence[vc_column_text]With Susan Henken-Thielen\, MBA \nNovember 14\, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM \n$99 per person \nVirtual \nSuccessfully bringing your novel innovation to market requires a deep understanding of the market landscape\, your customers\, and the unique value your solution offers. The SBIR/STTR programs place growing emphasis on early-stage commercialization\, highlighting the need to strategize from the outset. This session is designed to clarify the commercialization process and provide insights on how to strategically navigate the “valley of death” to ensure successful market entry. \nMNSBIR\, Inc. is excited to host “Launch your Product with Confidence” – a virtual workshop to prepare small businesses to sell their viable product/service. \nSBIR/STTR Phase II awardees are an ideal audience to attend this session. \nMarketing expert Susan Henken-Thielen\, MBA will lead the workshop and share marketing frameworks as well as case studies to guide attendees with the following questions: \n\nHow can I strategically communicate what my product does?\nHow can I position and price this product to sell it most effectively?\n\nGet to know the workshop host:\nSusan Henken-Thielen\, MBA has over 40 years of executive experience in a range of industries including educational and medical technology and devices\, consumer goods\, fitness\, and higher education. She has led the global product launch for Pearson VUE\, achieving 28% growth and grew a branded consumer health line to $75MM in 5 years. She oversaw a 13% increase in sales in the funding-challenged special education market and reached the 1-year sales goal in 6 months for the launch of an innovative CIGNA healthcare product. \nWhat’s included:\n\nA 1.5-hour marketing deep dive\nA half-hour 1:1 consultation with Susan Henken-Thielen (available only to Minnesota SBIR/STTR funded firms)\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”2″ collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-exclamation-circle” add_icon=”true” title=”Refund Policy” tab_id=”1728918127687-f459dfda-7b07″][vc_column_text text_style=”small-text”]Refund Policy Refund requests for webinars hosted by MNSBIR\, Inc. will be honored according to the following terms: Full Refunds: Cancellations made at least 3 days before the scheduled webinar will receive a full refund. No Refunds: No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 3 days before the webinar or for non-attendance. Transfer or Credit: If you are unable to attend the webinar\, you may transfer your registration to another person or apply the registration fee as credit toward a future webinar\, provided notification is given at least 24 hours before the event. Host Cancellation: In the event that MNSBIR\, Inc. cancels or reschedules the webinar\, attendees will receive a full refund or the option to attend the rescheduled event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/20241114/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241113T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20241001T154930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241206T154102Z
UID:10000611-1731492000-1731497400@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR Ask-Us-Anything
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\nSBIR/STTR Ask Us Anything\nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs award non-dilutive funding to small businesses to enable them to develop a technology and chart a path toward it’s commercialization. \nThe session is an opportunity for you to ask questions about the SBIR/STTR Programs and how to apply the knowledge gained in our self-paced learning materials. \nThis FREE session is offered on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/ask-us-anything/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240923T113000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20240322T191652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240322T191719Z
UID:10000202-1727085600-1727091000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: National Science Foundation (NSF) Series
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Access ~$2M for your transformative project with strong commercial potential. \nThe National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit. The NSF funds high-risk\, high-payoff projects across the spectrum of science\, technology\, engineering\, and manufacturing. Minnesota firms with a formal NSF project pitch invitation are entered into the SBIR/STTR Catalyst. \nDownload a searchable PDF of the full list of technology topic areas that also includes descriptions of the subtopics. \nNSF broad technology topic areas include: \n\nAdvanced Analytics\nAdvanced Manufacturing\nAdvanced Materials\nArtificial Intelligence\nAugmented and Virtual Reality\nBiological Technologies\nBiomedical Technologies\nChemical Technologies\nCloud and High-Performance Computing\nCybersecurity and Authentication\nDigital Health\nDistributed Ledger\nEnergy Technologies\nEnvironmental Technologies\nHuman-Computer Interaction\nInstrumentation and Hardware Systems\nInternet of Things\nLearning and Cognition Technologies\nMedical Devices\nMobility\nNanotechnology\nOther Topics\nPharmaceutical Technologies\nPhotonics\nPower Management\nQuantum Information Technologies\nRobotics\nSemiconductors\nSpace\nWireless Technologies\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row section_id=”register”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-201-nsf-3/2024-09-23/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events,SBIR/STTR 201: Agency Deep Dives
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UID:10000201-1724666400-1724671800@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:SBIR/STTR 201: National Science Foundation (NSF) Series
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Access ~$2M for your transformative project with strong commercial potential. \nThe National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit. The NSF funds high-risk\, high-payoff projects across the spectrum of science\, technology\, engineering\, and manufacturing. Minnesota firms with a formal NSF project pitch invitation are entered into the SBIR/STTR Catalyst. \nDownload a searchable PDF of the full list of technology topic areas that also includes descriptions of the subtopics. \nNSF broad technology topic areas include: \n\nAdvanced Analytics\nAdvanced Manufacturing\nAdvanced Materials\nArtificial Intelligence\nAugmented and Virtual Reality\nBiological Technologies\nBiomedical Technologies\nChemical Technologies\nCloud and High-Performance Computing\nCybersecurity and Authentication\nDigital Health\nDistributed Ledger\nEnergy Technologies\nEnvironmental Technologies\nHuman-Computer Interaction\nInstrumentation and Hardware Systems\nInternet of Things\nLearning and Cognition Technologies\nMedical Devices\nMobility\nNanotechnology\nOther Topics\nPharmaceutical Technologies\nPhotonics\nPower Management\nQuantum Information Technologies\nRobotics\nSemiconductors\nSpace\nWireless Technologies\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row section_id=”register”][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/sbir-sttr-201-nsf-3/2024-08-26/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:MNSBIR Events,SBIR/STTR 201: Agency Deep Dives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260510T051215
CREATED:20240724T012642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T012642Z
UID:10000596-1721912400-1721916000@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Department of Energy Topic Webinars - FY2025 Topics 12-22
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]\nDepartment of Energy\nFY 2025 Phase I Release 1: BER and FES Topics (12-22)\nRegister Here\n[vc_column_text text_style=”subtitle”]Wednesday\, July 24 | 1 PM CT[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”] \n\n\n\n\nFOA Will Be Issued For Phase I-Release 1 Topics\n\n\nMonday\, August 5\, 2024\n\n\n\n\nhttps://science.osti.gov/sbir/Funding-Opportunities \nIn FY 2022\, DOE issued $348 million in SBIR/STTR awards to over 650 small businesses. \nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs encourage U.S. small businesses to engage in high-risk\, innovative research and technology development with the potential for future commercialization. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science administers the programs and awards projects in technology areas across the entire department. \nSBIR/STTR Phase I awards are up to $200\,000 for six months to one year. Details on the topics for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Phase I release of the funding opportunity announcement (FOA) can be found here. \nMandatory Letters of Intent (LOI) are due Monday\, August 26\, 2024 at 5:00 PM ET[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/department-of-energy-topic-webinars-fy2025-topics-12-22/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240724T140000
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UID:10000526-1721826000-1721829600@minnesotasbir.org
SUMMARY:Department of Energy Topic Webinars - FY2025 Topics 12-22
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″]\nDepartment of Energy\nFY 2025 Phase I Release 1: BER and FES Topics (12-22)\nRegister Here\n[vc_column_text text_style=”subtitle”]Wednesday\, July 24 | 1 PM CT[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″]\n	\n		\n\n\n			\n	\n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text text_style=”page-description”] \n\n\n\n\nFOA Will Be Issued For Phase I-Release 1 Topics\n\n\nMonday\, August 5\, 2024\n\n\n\n\nhttps://science.osti.gov/sbir/Funding-Opportunities \nIn FY 2022\, DOE issued $348 million in SBIR/STTR awards to over 650 small businesses. \nThe Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs encourage U.S. small businesses to engage in high-risk\, innovative research and technology development with the potential for future commercialization. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science administers the programs and awards projects in technology areas across the entire department. \nSBIR/STTR Phase I awards are up to $200\,000 for six months to one year. Details on the topics for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Phase I release of the funding opportunity announcement (FOA) can be found here. \nMandatory Letters of Intent (LOI) are due Monday\, August 26\, 2024 at 5:00 PM ET[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://minnesotasbir.org/event/doe-topics-fy2025-12-22/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
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