2022 Tennessee Small Business Innovation Conference
THURSDAY, MAY 5, 2022 - ONLINE CONFERENCE
TIME: 9 AM - 3 PM EDT / 8 AM - 2 PM CDT
COST: FREE - REGISTRATION REQUIRED
In cooperation with the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Health, and the Department of Defense, the University of Tennessee is sponsoring this virtual conference to highlight life science and medical opportunities within the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.
SBIR/STTR are the nation's largest source of early state, high risk R&D funding for small businesses. These programs provide more than $3.5 billion annually in competitive awards, medical innovations, and ultimately facilitating their commercialization.
Attendees will have a unique opportunity to connect with technology program experts while also learning from early-stage investors. In addition, attendees will:
- Learn why Life Science and Medical Device innovation is important to multiple Federal agencies
- Understand how to find relevant SBIR/STTR opportunities
- Gain tips regarding Proposal strategies for SBIR/STTR funding
- Learn from a legal expert on how to handle intellectual property
- Hear from early stage investor types about commercializing technology
Speakers for this event include:
- TJ O'Neil, TN SBIR winner in medical devices (award from Air Force) & retired USAF physician
- Jenna Roueche, USAF AFWERX (from which TJ got his Phase I award)
- Dr. Mark Shusterman, AFVentures Medical Advisor (to speak about overall DOD medical topics/interests)
- Henry Ahn, National Science Foundation, SBIR/STTR Life Science Topics Program Manager
- Stephanie Fertig, National Institutes of Health SBIR/STTR Program Leader
For questions and more information, please contact Jutta Bangs, PTAC Counselor at Jutta.Bangs@tennessee.edu or (865) 483-0623.