Thank you for your interest in our StartUp Texas SBIR/STTR Innovation Competition, a program sponsored by the Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC) and the Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station. 

We at the BCIC believe that right now, everyone can be the founder of something great. We understand how entrepreneurship stimulates job growth, creates new opportunities in industries that need them, and makes communities better versions of themselves. Our goal is provide all the tools that burgeoning, local entrepreneurs need to succeed. 

Unlock the door to innovation, growth, and success with our SBIR/STTR Innovation Competition Program. We're your guiding light on the journey to successfully applying for vital SBIR/STTR research funding for your groundbreaking projects. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with navigating the SBIR/STTR application process. Whether you're a cutting-edge tech startup, an inventive small business, or a visionary researcher, our accelerator program is designed to position you for triumph.

The StartUp Texas SBIR/STTR Innovation Competition is a highly competitive, intensive 12 week program designed to help companies effectively scale, properly evaluate market research, fine tune financial projections, all while creating valuable connections with local business leaders and fellow founders in the community. The StartUp Texas Accelerator utilizes the AdvanceUp Accelerator Curriculum built by the UTRGV Entrepreneurship and Commercialization Center. 

Are you ready to turn your MVP into a successful SBIR/STTR application?