Learn more about TIP by watching a webinar recorded in May 2023 or reviewing .
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Program Resources
Explore the links below for opportunities to learn more about TIP programs as well as the various ways to engage. Program resources include reports, videos, FAQs, guides, workshops, webinars, fact sheets, and more.
America's Seed Fund powered by NSF (SBIR | STTR)
Pathways to Enable Open-Source Ecosystems
Report:
Workforce Development RFI (NSF23-100) Responses
From May to June 2023, NSF requested input on ways to make educational pathways into careers in key technologies accessible to any American interested in participating in the U.S. research and innovation enterprise through the Future Topics for Workforce Development in Emerging Technology Career Pathways Request for Information (RFI). NSF published those responses online.
Glossary
As the U.S. National Science Foundation continues to support and invest in America's innovation economy, we also seek to foster collaboration, encourage knowledge sharing, and facilitate meaningful discussions to drive innovation forward. For your knowledge, TIP developed a glossary of shared vocabulary used in the dynamic and ever-evolving innovation ecosystem space. Review the glossary to understand terminology frequently used at NSF to describe key terms, ideas and concepts to aid in navigating through and communication about innovation, entrepreneurship and ecosystem building.
Broad Agency Announcements
The U.S. National Science Foundation has started issuing broad agency announcements, or BAAs, as a new form of funding opportunity. By using BAAs, NSF is seeking to engage new communities of scientists and engineers, including those who may be working beyond institutions of higher education, such as in industry, nonprofits and other organizations.
Learn about BAAs, who can apply and current BAA funding opportunities.
Events & Webinars
TIP programs host a variety of events and webinars about funding opportunities, programmatic updates, workshops, and partnership opportunities. Check back often to see what’s new, how to get involved, and when to take action.
Office Hours: Intro to America’s Seed Fund at NSF
Nov 7, 2023 | 2–3 p.m. ET
NSF Innovation Corps (I-Corps™) Teams Q&A Webinar
Nov 16, 2023 | 12–1 p.m. ET
Office Hours: Preparing your Phase I Proposal for America’s Seed Fund at NSF
Nov 16, 2023 | 2–3 p.m. ET
Office Hours: Intro to America’s Seed Fund at NSF
Nov 28, 2023 | 2–3 p.m. ET
Partnerships for Innovation (PFI)'s Program Q&A Session Webinar
Dec 7, 2023 | 1–2:30 p.m. ET
Office Hours: Preparing your Phase I Proposal for America’s Seed Fund at NSF
Dec 7, 2023 | 2–3 p.m. ET
Office Hours: Intro to America’s Seed Fund at NSF
Dec 12, 2023 | 2–3 p.m. ET
NSF Innovation Corps (I-Corps™) Teams Q&A Webinar
Dec 14, 2023 | 12–1 p.m. ET
TIP Advisory Committee
The Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships Advisory Committee reviews and advises the U.S. National Science Foundation on its Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP) portfolio. Once established, the TIP Advisory Committee will convene twice annually and will include members across all sectors and disciplines.