The Maryland APEX Accelerator is proud to host a government-led innovation program (SBIR/STTR) for small businesses. The program consists of regular virtual classes that cover the programs in depth. We also offer one one-on-one counseling with a procurement specialist. Read on to learn more about how SBIR/STTR funding can help make your tech dream come true. 
 

SIGN UP FOR NO-COST COUNSELING: Complete the application form here to book a free 30-minute SBIR/STTR counseling session with a counselor.
 

ATTEND A CLASS: Review our training calendar and sign up for the next SBIR/STTR class here.

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Each year, over $2.3 Billion in Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) grants are set aside for small technology companies with under 500 employees, or individual entrepreneurs who form a company, to conduct early-stage Research and Development (R&D) of their products, services or processes. Are you ready to fund your tech dream?

 

You should attend an SBIR/STTR class at the Maryland APEX Accelerator if:

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• You’re an entrepreneur with an idea that has commercial prospects

• You need money to test, develop, and commercialize your idea

• You’ve held off research and development due to a lack of capital

• Venture Capital markets want too much of your potential success

• You’re a US-based firm with under 500 employees.

 

If any of these are true, our upcoming Small Business Innovation Research/Small Business Technology Transfer Research (SBIR/STTR) seminars will be for you.

 

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Further SBIR/STTR Resources

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• Review SBIR.GOV for information on grants and more

• Review further funding opportunities at NIH.gov

• Learn more about the National Science Foundation (NSF) seed fund here

• Seven Questions to ask Agencies about SBIR/STTR opportunities here

• Five tips for preparing your SBIR/STTR Budget here

• National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST) opportunities are open here

• Department of Transportation 

• Department of Energy

• NASA

• Department of Defense