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Science & Technology Entrepreneurship Programs
Science & Technology Entrepreneur Programs (STEP) foster innovation by training, providing industry linkages, and seed funding to scientists and engineers to engage in partnerships with local business community. STEP promotes business growth by allowing entrepreneurial scientists to gather the skills, industry contacts, and funding necessary for success. This is accomplished through:
- Funding: Scientists partner with companies to pursue income-generating commercial projects and pitch their ideas to the panel and the greater innovation business community at an annual venture conference.
- Training: Practical business training and one-on-one assistance is available to scientists willing to engage in entrepreneurial activities. Free legal consultation is also provided at local offices.
- Linkages: STEP and local partner organizations unite scientists and companies through match-making events, workshops, conferences, and direct introductions.
Contact STEP for more information.
Science and technology entrepreneurs can access resources for small business enterprises and strategic partnerships on the Industry Resources and Related Reading page.
Partner Organizations:
- Azerbaijan National Science Foundation (ANSF)
- Georgian Research & Development Foundation (GRDF)
- Moldovan Research & Development Foundation (MRDA)
- Enterprise Incubator Foundation (EIF) Armenia
Download:
Forum Application Form (50K)
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Innovation Forum in Kiev U.S. Training Bios (64K)
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2009 Innovation Forum in Kiev Agenda (73K)
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Practical Business Training Program in Georgia (Nov – Dec 2006) (45K)
(12/15/2006)
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Environmental Technologies Featured at 4th MRDA Science & Business Club Meeting (56K)
(12/12/2006)
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[download]
Forum Application Form (50K)
[download]
Innovation Forum in Kiev U.S. Training Bios (64K)
[download]
2009 Innovation Forum in Kiev Agenda (73K)
[download]
Practical Business Training Program in Georgia (Nov – Dec 2006) (45K)
(12/15/2006)
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[download]
Environmental Technologies Featured at 4th MRDA Science & Business Club Meeting (56K)
(12/12/2006)
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[download]