Events

Location

Online/Zoom

NSF regularly hosts one-hour virtual Q&As for startups and small businesses to learn about NSF's SBIR/STTR programs, and staff have just posted event dates for the first half of 2025.

This introductory session will be held from 11 am to 12 pm on March 16 and again on May 6.

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

Location

Online/Zoom

NSF regularly hosts one-hour virtual Q&As for startups and small businesses to learn about NSF's SBIR/STTR programs.

This Fast-Track Proposal session will be from 11 am to 12 pm, with sessions on March 27 and June 5. Learn more about NSF's Fast-Track Programs.

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

Location

Online/Zoom

The U.S. National Science Foundation invites you to join an NSF Innovation Corps (I-Corps™) Teams webinar from 12 to 1pm.

NSF I-Corps is an immersive, entrepreneurial training program that facilitates the transformation of invention to impact. This seven-week experiential training program prepares scientists and engineers to extend their focus beyond the university laboratory—accelerating the economic and societal benefits of NSF-funded and other basic research projects that are ready to move toward commercialization. Learn more about the Teams Program.

The webinar will include a brief presentation followed by time for questions.

This Intro to NSF I-Corps webinar will be held on April 3, May 1 and June 5.

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

Location

The Porter, Portland

Join life science industry and academic professionals, economic development experts, service partners, investors, students and biotech enthusiasts gather for an evening of networking and a light program, from 5 to 8pm at The Porter, located at 1355 SW 2nd Ave.

Bio on the Rocks - part of OBA's regionally rotating "Bio On" series, launched in 2007 - brings together our vibrant bioscience community for an evening of connection, engagement, and education. 

Whether you are a biotech veteran, new to the trade, or simply curious - all are welcome.

Learn more and register!

Location

Sentinel Hotel, Portland

Oregon's annual Innovation Showcase, presented by Business Oregon, focuses on deep tech, innovation-driven, scalable companies that may take over five years to develop, setting it apart from software or consumer products. Don’t miss the chance to network with investors and explore successful companies, emerging deep tech startups, and the state’s supportive ecosystem.

Enjoy the Showcase's opening reception on the evening of the 19th, with the Keynote Speech at 7pm, followed by the conference program on May 20. Visit the event website directly for details.

Register here!

Organizers hope that the Showcase will be a lively nexus to develop and strengthen relationships with deep tech investors, including those from out of state, by highlighting Oregon as a premier hub for innovation and startups. The event will feature successful Oregon-grown companies, emerging startups seeking funding, and the supportive state ecosystem that de-risks investments.

Location

Online/Zoom

NSF regularly hosts one-hour virtual Q&As for startups and small businesses to learn about NSF's SBIR/STTR programs, and staff have just posted event dates for the first half of 2025.

The Phase I Preparation Zoom session will run from 11 am to 12pm on June 10 and again on June 26.

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

NOTE:
The Phase I Preparation session will also be held from 3pm tp 4pm on June 17. There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.

Location

Online/Zoom

NSF regularly hosts one-hour virtual Q&As for startups and small businesses to learn about NSF's SBIR/STTR programs, and the next "after hours" Phase I preparation session will be on June 17 from 3pm to 4pm.

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required.