Solutions 2009 - (Page 54) 54 INNOVATION and GROWTH SBIR/STTR and UTUC SBIR Proposal Writing Workshops Taught by nationally recognized experts, these full-day courses provide a unique depth and breadth of information regarding SBIR. The Phase I overview and proposal preparation session examines the purpose and history of SBIR/STTR programs and recent changes to each initiative. Proposal strategy, preparation and critique are discussed in detail with time permitted to discuss specific issues/questions regarding proposal development from participants. The Phase II proposal preparation session is for those who have already been successful with Phase I and are ready to submit a Phase II proposal. In this session, special attention is paid to the all-important commercialization aspect of the Phase II plan and proposal. For more SBIR/STTR program information, course dates and fees, contact Kim Arms at kim.arms@tennessee.edu or (865) 974-9610. SBIR/STTR Assistance Programs The UT Center for Industrial Services (CIS) and its partners at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Y-12 National Security Complex, Technology 2020, the East Tennessee Economic Council, the Integrated Manufacturing Technology Initiative, the Knoxville-Oak Ridge Innovation Valley, and the UT Research Foundation are offering a statewide SBIR/STTR assistance program in collaboration with other public and private assistance providers across the state. The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program is a multiphase federal government initiative designed to provide a funding source for new and innovative high risk technologies. The Tennessee SBIR Proposal Assistance Center provides services designed to help companies: • understand SBIR/STTR proposal criteria and process. • prepare and review proposals. • analyze proposal response. • supply partnership opportunities. • continue product development efforts to commercialize the technologies. Because of the commitment and support from partners, many services are available without a cost to clients. For more SBIR/STTR program information, course dates and fees, contact Kim Arms at kim.arms@tennessee.edu or (865) 974-9610. Additional workshops will be scheduled. check www.cis.tennessee.edu for future announcements. Center for IndustrIal servICes (888) 763-743 • W W W. C I S . T E N N E S S E E . E D U • (615) 532-8657 http://www.cis.tennessee.edu http://WWW.CIS.TENNESSEE.EDU
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