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USRIA
USRIA supports early-stage innovators through programs designed to meet founders where they are.
Whether you're building a company, navigating SBIR/STTR funding, looking to share your expertise as an advisor, or just want to stay in the loop, you'll find your next step below.
Webinar:
Winning NIH SBIR/STTR Funding: A 90-Minute Deep Dive PLUS Q&A
Thinking about applying for an NIH grant? You're looking at the second-largest SBIR/STTR program in the federal government and getting it right starts long before you open the application.
Join SBIR expert Leon Wolf for a 90-minute working session designed for academic researchers and deep tech founders who want to turn promising technology into funded research. We'll walk through how NIH is organized across its 27 institutes, how to identify the right institute, topic, and solicitation for your technology, and what reviewers are looking for when they score your proposal.
Whether you're exploring NIH funding for the first time or refining a proposal already in progress, you'll leave with a clearer sense of what it takes to compete.
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Become an Advisor
Share your expertise with the next generation of innovators. We're always looking for experienced professionals to join our advisor network.
Research Institute Inquiry
Interested in partnering with USRIA or learning more about working together? Reach out to start the conversation.
Explore Our Programs
Founder Support Program
Personalized advising across starting your business, commercialization, and the path to funding. Our advisor network delivers concierge-style expertise tailored to your stage and needs.
SPRINT: SBIR/STTR Support As the SBA's FAST provider for West Virginia, we offer free coaching, training, and support to help applicants submit winning SBIR/STTR proposals.
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Resources
On-Demand SBIR training for busy innovators
The 10-Week SBIR Playbook: A step-by-step guide to building a competitive SBIR proposal, from concept to submission.
*more resources coming soon