General tips:
- Don’t assume that researchers with relevant expertise are also familiar with the challenge and your industry.
- Avoid or define acronyms and industry jargon.
Background:
- Provide a background to the research or technology challenge, not the company.
- Share context on the problem, why it matters and what you've done to solve it so far.
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Requirements:
- Limit the must-have requirements to no more than 5.
- Preferred requirements are those that would favorably differentiate a submission that meets the must-have requirements.
- Requirements should be as SMART as possible (Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-based). It’s critical to include quantitative measurements or standards, where applicable.
- Don't limit your requirements to a US audience. For example, you might include statements like: "approved by regulators such as EPA or international equivalent."
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What we can offer you:
- Include funding details (a range is suitable) and potential project duration.
- Consider what researchers would not have access to on their own or would have to pay for. This may include facilities, compounds and reagents; tools and technologies.
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