UCR EPIC

Name: UCR EPIC
Address: Riverside, CA, 92521, US
Telephone: +19518277941

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09/03/2026

Preparing to pursue a Phase I SBIR/STTR award?

UC Riverside’s new SBIR Phase I Workshop: Advanced Commercialization Plan Development is designed to help technology innovators build the market evidence and commercialization strategy needed to strengthen a competitive Phase I proposal.

Over six weeks, participants will:

- Conduct customer discovery and validate market needs
- Identify target markets and assess the competitive landscape
- Develop a business model and go-to-market strategy
- Build a milestone-driven commercialization roadmap
- Strengthen their SBIR/STTR Project Pitch
- Receive weekly guidance from an assigned Entrepreneur in Residence and feedback from SBIR/STTR experts

Hosted by UCR Innovation & Entrepreneurship, our Fall 2026 program begins October 7 and combines virtual sessions with two required in-person sessions.

Space is limited and is open to the public. Applications are due September 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Learn more and apply: innovation.ucr.edu/sbir-phase-1

08/17/2026

Tickets are now on sale for the 2026 Inland Empire SBIR/STTR Conference!

Join us September 23–24 at the Riverside March Air Field Museum for two days connecting innovators, small businesses, researchers, government agencies, and industry partners with opportunities to move technologies from research to commercialization and government markets.

Presented in partnership with UCR Innovation & Entrepreneurship, IE APEX Accelerator, and Riverside Community College District, this year’s conference will explore the full innovation and commercialization journey - from securing SBIR/STTR funding and developing a competitive proposal to navigating Phase III, government procurement, corporate partnerships, and other pathways to market.

Attendees will also have opportunities to connect directly with federal agencies, government buyers, industry leaders, regional innovation resources, and fellow entrepreneurs.

Tickets are on sale now - reserve your spot today!
For more information and to buy tickets, visit: bit.ly/sbircon26

08/14/2026

The Organization of American States (OAS) Organización de los Estados Americanos is pleased to announce the Open Call for Applications for the English online course “Strategic Artificial Intelligence Leadership,” offered in collaboration with University of California, Riverside.

Supported by UCR Innovation & Entrepreneurship, the course will be delivered in English from September 3 to 29, 2026, and is designed for government authorities, policymakers, senior officials, leaders, and other decision-makers interested in strengthening their capacity to guide the responsible and strategic adoption of Artificial Intelligence in the public sector.

Through this program, participants will explore key considerations for AI leadership, governance, institutional readiness, and the effective implementation of AI-driven initiatives.

Course Details:
📅 Course dates: September 3–29, 2026
⏰ Application deadline: August 21, 2026
📍 Modality: Online
🌐 Language: English
👥 Available Places: 40

To learn more and apply, click here: https://lnkd.in/gBTfZw-w

07/10/2026

Congratulations to UCR researchers Dr. Sam Ying and Dr. William Grover on having their OtterSampler project featured by the University of California Office of the President as part of its spotlight on research advancing California’s climate resilience.

Developed through UC Riverside UCR Office of Reseach and Economic Development (RED) ‘s Proof of Concept (PoC) Grant Program and mentored by Arthur Salyer through UCR Innovation & Entrepreneurship , the OtterSampler is a low-cost, portable device designed to make drinking water quality testing more accessible, helping communities monitor water safety in the face of climate change and rapid regional growth.

Read more: https://www.universityofcalifornia.edu/news/how-uc-research-helping-golden-state-take-charge-its-climate-future

06/16/2026

Thinking about applying for federal funding for your startup or innovation?

Join us tomorrow at 12:00PM for SBIR Talks, our monthly virtual webinar series focused on helping innovators, researchers, and entrepreneurs better understand federal funding opportunities through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs.

SBIR/STTR grants provide non-dilutive federal funding to support research, development, and commercialization, helping startups advance innovative technologies without giving up equity.

Whether you’re just exploring federal funding or preparing to pursue your first proposal, this is a great opportunity to learn more and connect with the UCR SBIR/STTR Resource Center.

To learn more, view upcoming dates, and register, visit: SBIR.ucr.edu/webinar

06/09/2026

Access to capital remains one of the biggest barriers for early-stage climate and clean-tech founders.

Join us tomorrow on June 10 at 2:30 PM on Zoom for our upcoming Community Innovation Hour, featuring Karen I Serrano, M.S. from First Community Capital, Inc, for a conversation on microlending and lending readiness for green and clean-tech companies.

We’ll discuss how emerging climate innovators can strengthen their financial story, position their sustainability impact, and prepare to access the capital they need to grow. We’ll also leave time for open Q&A on broader innovation and commercialization questions.

If you’re building in climate, sustainability, or advanced manufacturing, we’d love to have you join the conversation.

Learn more and register here:

innovation.ucr.edu/epic-innovation-hours

04/22/2026

Congratulations to the winners of the RivCo Fast Pitch Riverside Regional, held at RIVERSIDE ExCITE as part of the 9th Annual Riverside County Office of Economic Development Innovation Month!

TollRAir, represented by Keziyah Yisrael-Gayle, Ph.D., took 1st place and Super Foam Corp., represented by Zef Neemuchwala, earned 2nd place - both advancing to the Riverside County Innovation Month Fast Pitch Finale on April 29 at the Riverside Convention Center. AttenDx LLC, represented by Anubhuti Goel, was also recognized with 3rd place.

This year’s Riverside finalists reflected the strength and diversity of innovation emerging across the region. To support our 2 finalists at the finale, grab your free tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/riverside-county-innovation-month-fast-pitch-finale-2026-tickets-1981593951853?aff=oddtdtcreator

Read the full story: innovation.ucr.edu/press

04/15/2026

Join us tomorrow at 5PM for the Riverside Regional Fast Pitch Competition at RIVERSIDE ExCITE!

Hosted as part of the 2026 Riverside County Office of Economic Development's Fast Pitch Competition, our Riverside regional will feature five emerging companies competing for the opportunity to advance to the RivCo County Finale, where finalists will continue on for a chance to pitch on the international stage at Startup World Cup in Fall 2026.

We invite you to support our regional innovators, connect with local innovators, entrepreneurs, and community members while enjoying food and drinks.

Join us in celebrating Innovation Month in Riverside County!

Event Details:
3600 Lime St. Building 7 Suite 7
Free parking behind Heroes Restaurant
Food and drinks provided

03/17/2026

Verification Funding Opportunity for CleanTech Companies:

Through the SoCal OASIS® Initiative at University of California, Riverside, high-potential clean technology startups can receive up to $30,000 in support to conduct third-party verification or pilot testing at UCR facilities. This program is designed to help companies generate the performance data, validation, and technical support often needed to move from prototype to market readiness.

Selected companies may receive access to UCR facilities and testing infrastructure, collaboration with technical experts, and greater visibility within the Inland Southern California innovation ecosystem.

If your company is seeking data validation, performance testing, or third-party verification to unlock customer, investor, or partner confidence, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more and apply:

https://techpartnerships.ucr.edu/verification-testing

03/16/2026

Join us for our next ExCITE Open Workday for Innovators this upcoming Thursday, March 19 at the in Downtown Riverside.

This free quarterly open workday is an opportunity for startups, faculty, students, and community innovators to spend focused time working in a collaborative environment built for connection and innovation.

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Can’t make the full workday? Join us afterward for our Startup Social at 4:00 PM at the Farm House Collective - a casual opportunity to connect with fellow innovators over food and drinks.

For more information and to RSVP, visit: https://forms.gle/uTbDn5v6Evjb1vs76

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