SBIR Talks: Monthly Webinar Series for Innovation Funding Readiness

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Join Our Monthly Webinar

SBIR Talks is UCR’s monthly webinar series designed to help startups, entrepreneurs, faculty innovators, researchers, and small businesses better understand and pursue Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) funding opportunities.

Hosted virtually via Zoom, this recurring series features subject matter experts, grant professionals, and ecosystem partners who share practical, actionable guidance on the federal innovation funding landscape - from preparing competitive proposals and navigating agency priorities to understanding eligibility, commercialization readiness, and leveraging expert support in areas such as grant strategy, legal, finance, and accounting.

Whether you are exploring SBIR/STTR funding for the first time or preparing for your next application, SBIR Talks is designed to connect you with timely insights, practical tools, and relevant resources to help move your innovation from research to market.

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Who Should Attend

SBIR Talks is ideal for:

Early-stage startups pursuing non-dilutive funding

Small businesses interested in federal R&D grant opportunities

University-affiliated innovators and research teams

Faculty founders and technology commercialization teams

Entrepreneurs exploring SBIR/STTR as part of their funding strategy

Companies preparing for Phase I, Phase II, or commercialization pathways

Innovation ecosystem partners supporting high-growth ventures

What You’ll Learn

Topics may include:

SBIR and STTR program fundamentals