Through exclusive opportunities for our members at industry leading partnering and investor conferences, CLS connects early-stage innovators with funding sources, mentorship, and opportunities to present to the industry.

Latest Opportunities

National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences | National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences

Access to Capital: Navigate Funding Paths within the NCATS Small Business Program Phases | Virtual on April 16, 2024

Did you know that the NIH offers non-dilutive funding and resources to help small businesses advance and commercialize promising research technologies? If you are a researcher interested in bringing your innovation to market, you may be eligible to apply to the NCATS Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) programs.

Join speakers from the National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) in collaboration with California Life Sciences for a webinar to learn more about the Phase I and II SBIR/STTR programs for researchers and entrepreneurs in translational science, and current funding opportunities.

Ms. Alvarez Lopez from NCATS will provide an overview of the SBIR/STTR programs and upcoming opportunities and there will also be an exclusive SBIR/STTR Bioscience Company Showcase, that will provide application experience along with tips and recommendations to future applicants.

Register for Navigate Funding Paths within the NCATS Small Business Program Phases

Access to Capital: SBIR Grant Accounting & Management – How to Leverage Your Non-Dilutive Funding | Virtual on April 17, 2024

CLS’s Innovation and Entrepreneurship team welcomes James Graham and Maileen Flores from RICHTR FINANCIAL STUDIO for an insightful webinar on how to strategically position your company for SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) funding. Through our Access to Capital offering we aim to equip our startup community with practical knowledge to navigate the SBIR landscape effectively.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Budgeting and Project Administration: Learn essential strategies for budgeting your SBIR projects efficiently. James and Maileen will delve into best practices, common pitfalls, and how to optimize your financial planning.

2. Navigating Uncertainties: SBIR grants can be complex. Discover areas of uncertainty that often arise during the process and gain pragmatic insights to overcome them.

3. Leveraging Your SBIR Grant: Understand how to maximize the impact of your SBIR funding. James and Maileen will share actionable guidance to ensure your grant money is put to its best use.

Join us for this engaging webinar as we demystify SBIR funding and empower your company’s growth journey!

Register for SBIR Grant Accounting & Management – How to Leverage Your Non-Dilutive Funding

Distinct Benefits at Industry Conferences

To aid our Members in their fundraising journeys and help them connect with Seed to Series B investors, channel and licensing partners, CLS has established formal collaborations at the most respected BD&L events around the country. CLS Members receive exclusive discounts and presentation opportunities throughout the year.

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