The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs provide grants to eligible companies to help them conduct research and development, as well as work to commercialize their innovations. Join CTSBDC’s free 6-week Virtual Accelerator to get expert guidance and prepare for a successful SBIR/STTR grant application.
Deadline to apply to the Accelerator: Applications close Friday, August 22, 2025.
On Tuesdays from September 9 – October 14 (12 – 1:30 p.m.), join our interactive virtual sessions to learn:
- What Federal Agencies look for in proposals
- How to test and validate your business idea and identify key risks
- How to define your innovation and align it with agency goals
- The essentials of commercialization and bringing your innovation to market
- How to pitch your proposal and get expert feedback
Who Should Apply for the SBIR/STTR Virtual Accelerator?
The SBIR/STTR grants are designed to help you develop your technology and chart a path toward commercialization. To get the most out of the Accelerator, you should:
- Already have an innovation underway
- Be a for-profit CT business (<500 employees)
- Be majority owned by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident