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See our list of current event and training opportunities below:
Lunch and Learn - Patent Searching Techniques
April 12th | 12pm-1pm
Take the mystery out of patent searching by developing tools to make understanding prior art easier to locate. This hands-on workshop will dive into exploring the various databases and decoding classification codes.
NSF Startup Funding
April 16th | 9-10am
Learn about best practices and strategies to help you craft a compelling National Science Foundation (NSF) Project Pitch. This workshop will include tips to help you meet requirements of the Project Pitch’s four key elements: Technology Innovation, Technical Objectives and Challenges, Market Opportunity, and The Company and Team.
In addition, you will have the opportunity to connect with NSF Program Director and ask direct questions about the NSF SBIR program. There will be 10 minute One-on-One sessions after the presentation for additional questions and answers to anyone interested.
CMMC Midwest Conference
April 26, 2024
A one day conference dedicated to promoting education, resources, and community for the Midwestern Defense Industrial Base, and others affected by the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program.
Featuring several presentations, a panel discussion, booths, and more with some of the biggest names in the Midwestern CMMC ecosystem.
Tickets are $45, and include continental breakfast, lunch, taxes, and fees.