List of Required Information for Application:
1. Applicant Information:
- Name of small business concern (SBC)
- Address of SBC
- Contact person and their contact information
2. Proposal Title:
- A clear and concise title that reflects the proposed project
3. Project Summary:
- A brief summary of the proposed project, including the problem being addressed, the proposed solution, and the expected impact on minority health and health disparities
4. Project Description:
- Detailed description of the product, process, or service being developed for commercialization
- Explanation of how the technology will improve minority health and reduce health disparities
- Justification of the effectiveness, affordability, and cultural acceptability of the technology
5. Objectives and Milestones:
- Clearly defined objectives for the project
- Milestones or deliverables that will be achieved throughout the project timeline
6. Research Plan:
- Detailed plan outlining the research activities to be conducted
- Methodology and experimental design
- Data collection and analysis methods
7. Commercialization Plan:
- Description of the commercialization strategy for the proposed technology
- Target market and potential customers
- Marketing and distribution plans
8. Budget:
- Detailed budget breakdown indicating the requested funding and the planned use of funds
- Justification for each budget item
9. Personnel:
- Description of the key personnel involved in the project and their qualifications
- Roles and responsibilities of each team member
10. Facilities and Resources:
- Description of the facilities and resources available to support the project
- Statement of any additional resources needed for the successful completion of the project
11. Regulatory and Ethical Considerations:
- Explanation of any regulatory approvals or ethical considerations that need to be addressed for the project
12. Letters of Support:
- Letters of support from relevant stakeholders, such as potential customers, community organizations, or healthcare providers, who can attest to the importance and potential impact of the proposed technology on minority health and health disparities
13. Project Timeline:
- Timeline indicating the planned start and end dates for each phase of the project
14. Planned Enrollment Report:
- If applicable, a report outlining the planned enrollment of individuals from NIH-defined populations experiencing health disparities in any clinical trial activities included in the proposed project.
15. Intellectual Property:
- Disclosure of any existing intellectual property related to the proposed technology and plans for intellectual property protection
16. Previous and Current Funding:
- Information on any previous or current funding received related to the proposed project and how it
