Call for Proposals for
Technology Maturation Funding It is suggested that you contact a member of OIP before filling out the Proposal Information Questionnaire (PIQ).
If you are uncertain, or if you have general questions, contact OIP at oipsr@bnl.gov, x3035, or x4151. Visit the "Frequently Asked Questions" page. We are now soliciting proposals for the inaugural competition for Technology Maturation (TM) awards that will begin in Fiscal Year 2008 (FY08). It is anticipated that new TM projects will begin funding in June of 2008, barring any significant issues with the Congressional budget process. It is important to note that for FY08 there will be a single call for proposals for TM funding. The deadline for receipt of proposals for this call is COB March 3, 2008. As requested in the Proposal Information Questionnaire (PIQ), proposals should identify potential follow-on sponsors and likelihood of funding, assuming the proposed project were to be successful. Program DescriptionThe purpose of the Technology Maturation (TM) Program is to facilitate the transfer of technology from BNL to the private sector. The following is a list of the general principles that guide the TM Program. The TM program should:
Program StructureThe program has two categories, proposals requesting less than $50,000 and all other proposals, which combine to meet the overall objectives of the TM Program. Guidelines for submission of proposals may be found here. A step-by-step guide to the process is available here. Proposals Requesting Less Than $50,000 Proposals are solicited for review and approval in the first quarter of calendar year 2008. A TM Commercial Selection Committee reviews the proposals submitted in response to the solicitation. Awardees will be notified in the first half of the year. All Other Proposals Proposals are solicited for review and approval in the first quarter of calendar year 2008. A TM Commercial Selection Committee reviews the proposals submitted in response to the solicitation. After a Commercial Review, members of the Office of Intellectual Property and Sponsored Research will create, with assistance from PIs, Business Cases for the selected proposals. The Commercial Selection Committee forwards to members of the Full Selection Committee the proposals augmented by the business cases for its review. AdministrationFurther information and assistance may be obtained from OIP either by email (oipsr@bnl.gov) or by telephone (ext. 3035 or 4151) Documentation on all approved TM projects is maintained by the TM Program to assure that projects have undergone proper review and are in compliance with all applicable requirements. Exhibits / LinksCall Guidelines
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