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May 20, 2021

NIAID Applicant Assistance Program (AAP) Cycle Three Informational Webinar

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NIAID Applicant Assistance Program (AAP) Cycle Three Informational Webinar

Register for the NIAID Applicant Assistance Program (AAP) Cycle Three Informational Webinar on Tuesday May 25, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. EDT. This webinar will provide an introduction for the NIAID SBIR/STTR AAP program and the eligibility criteria. You will also have an opportunity to learn about the scope of one-on-one assistance, tips that can help maximize your benefits from the program, and online resources provided by AAP to support your grant submission.

NIAID Applicant Assistance Program- Cycle Three Opens Soon

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) Applicant Assistance Program (AAP) Cycle Three will open for your applications on June 1, 2021. This cycle of the program is for the SBIR/STTR September 5, 2021 deadline. The online application link will be distributed through this mailing list before the application opens. We recommend that you plan to apply for the AAP in advance since this program typically fills quickly.

This program provides no cost support for companies planning to apply for a Phase II, Fast Track SBIR/STTR Award, or Direct-to-Phase II SBIR award. NIAID encourages participation from small businesses that are owned or operated by individuals who are traditionally underrepresented in biomedical sciences, such as women-owned small businesses, socially/economically disadvantaged small businesses, and companies located within Historically Under-utilized Business (HUB) Zones.

Participants in the AAP will work one-on-one with a Senior Consultant from Foresight Science & Technology, who will help you prepare your proposal with services such as: Outlines and Checklist, Market data for Commercialization Plan, Review and Feedback on Commercialization Plan, Research Strategy, Budget, or Attachments.

To be eligible for the program, you must meet the following criteria:

  • The research area of interest aligns with the mission of NIAID. You can read NIAID High-Priority Areas of Interest to help you determine if your application aligns with the mission of NIAID.
  • The company intends to submit application for the September 5, 2021 deadline.
  • The company intends to submit a Phase II, Fast Track SBIR/STTR application, or Direct-to-Phase II SBIR application. (Completion of the 5 required registrations is strongly recommended for all applicants)
  • Phase II applicants must be within the first six receipt dates following the expiration of the Phase I budget period.
  • The company must be eligible to apply for NIH SBIR/STTR grants based on the NIH Small Business Eligibility Criteria.

If you meet these eligibility requirements and plan to apply for this program, stay tuned to this mailing list for the link to the online application form. Participation is limited to the first 25 qualified applicants.

Each company may submit only one application to the AAP.

For questions regarding the Applicant Assistance Program, please contact:
Mrs. Kelli Cardoso
Program Administrator
Foresight Science & Technology
Email: kelli.cardoso@foresightst.com