Summary:

(35-40 word synopsis of team's research and commercial application as it applies to the award selection criteria.)

Items below should be typed (double-spaced) on separate pages and emailed to namri@sme.org. 

JUSTIFICATION: Give complete statement (three-page maximum) of the research and commercial application as it applies to the award selection criteria. Be sure to support all claims (include pertinent publications and patents).

THREE TO FIVE SUPPORTING LETTERS: Obtain letters of reference from at least three, but not more than five, references with at least one from an individual familiar with the research and associated technology and its uniqueness, and at least one from an individual familiar with the commercial application(s) of the technology and commercial benefits derived from the technology.

Submit the nomination form electronically using the submission button below by February 17, 2021. All supporting documents should be emailed to namri@sme.org.