

USPTO Hour & CLE Offerings | Dec. 2025
The United States Patent and Trademark Office offers virtual and in-person events nationwide, including USPTO a range of offerings to learn more about Patents and trademarks. This includes Hour sessions and CLE credit programs. Join online or at physical locations to gain insights from experts and stay informed on IP developments.

Receive funding for Solutions in Textiles | Deadline Jan. 16
The U.S. textile defense sector despite rapid advances in materials science face challenges from outdated automation and global competition. The Revolutionary Fibers and Textiles Innovation Challenge is seeking innovators who can design, automate, and scale next-generation fiber systems that are smarter, stronger, and more sustainable. With over 8B in innovation funding, share your solution and gain visibility and recognition for your efforts.

SXSW 2026 Registration | Now Open
We're thrilled to support SXSW in celebrating its 40th event with a bold new format—transforming downtown Austin into a citywide creative village!
📅 SXSW EDU: March 9–12, 2026
📅 SXSW: March 12–18, 2026
More than 7 days of Innovation, Film & TV, and Music—all running side-by-side for the first time ever. Get ready for immersive programming, industry hubs, and global connections.

NASA SBIR/STTR Program Year 2026 | Broad Agency Announcement
NASA’s SBIR/STTR program empowers small businesses to advance space and aeronautics innovation through competitive research funding. Starting October 2025, the program shifts to a Broad Agency Announcement with phased appendix releases. Join online to explore guidelines, proposal opportunities, and resources for innovators.
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Submit Your Air-Mobility Tech at MOSA | Deadline May 15, 2026
Showcase your cutting-edge communications, computing, or operations technology to military, industry, and investment leaders at the MOSA Innovation Challenge. Finalists pitch live at National Harbor, MD, Sept. 22–24, 2026. No fee to participate—submit your technology by May 15.
Past Events

Apply for VSV-Based Vaccine Manufacturing | Deadline Dec. 11
The U.S. Government seeks partners to onshore manufacturing of VSV Delta G-based vaccines for Marburg and Ebola Sudan. This effort includes tech transfer of production processes to U.S. CDMOs. Membership in the BioMap Consortium is required to access this and upcoming opportunities.

Defense TechConnect Innovation Summit | Nov.19 – 21, 2025
Defense TechConnect is the nation’s largest innovation matchmaking program aligned with federal funding priorities. Join them at National Harbor, MD for three days of sessions, networking, and co-located events including SBIR/STTR, Smart Cities Connect, and Resilience Week. Learn how to access funding and connect with key decision-makers.
BIRD Foundation Joint U.S.–Israel R&D Funding | Deadline Nov. 20
The BIRD Foundation funds collaborative U.S.–Israel projects in sectors like advanced manufacturing, cleantech, energy, and cybersecurity. Submit your executive summary by November 20 for a chance to receive up to 50% of R&D costs, with conditional grants up to $1.5M per project. Full proposals are due January 15, 2026.
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