Get Required Elements Checklist - Michigan Technological University

Completing the Required Elements Checklist for the Research Excellence Fund – Technology Commercialization Grants at Michigan Technological University is an essential step in ensuring your proposal meets all necessary requirements. This guide will assist you in accurately filling out the checklist and preparing your proposal for submission.

Follow the steps to complete the checklist and submit your proposal.

1. Click the 'Get Form' button to obtain the Required Elements Checklist and open it for completion.
2. Begin filling out the form by entering your personal information: write your principal investigator name, email address, and phone number in the designated fields.
3. Indicate the amount of funding you are requesting in the Amount Requested section, and provide the Project Title in the appropriate field.
4. Review the checklist items carefully. Make sure you have each of the required components: the Michigan Tech Transmittal Form, an Abstract, Technology Description, Commercialization Plan, References, and Budget, as detailed in the checklist.
5. For the Michigan Tech Transmittal Form, include the project title, investigator(s) details, and a brief proposal summary that does not exceed 300 words.
6. Prepare a non-proprietary Technology Description, ensuring it is concise yet detailed enough for evaluation of the commercialization plan.
7. Outline your Commercialization Plan, explaining how the REF-TC funding will support the project and assessing the likelihood of future funding for technology development.
8. Compile References as needed, citing the university's invention disclosure and any related intellectual property activities.
9. Prepare your Budget, detailing the need for each item and any other funding sources. Remember, this will need to be submitted to the Sponsored Programs Office prior to the proposal deadline.
10. If applicable, outline Existing Resources available for the project, include an Invention Disclosure Form, and add a three-page vitae for each investigator.
11. Lastly, obtain a Letter of Support from the relevant authority and compile all components according to the formatting guidelines specified in the checklist.
12. Once all sections are completed, review your proposal and make necessary adjustments. You may then save changes, download, print, or share the completed form as required.

Complete your documents online and ensure your proposal aligns with all guidelines for successful submission.