AI Hallucinations
Bob Dumouchel
Connecting the Business Community - Advocate for Technology, Entrepreneurship, and Creativity.
The Actual Answer
1. The Technology Innovation. (Up to 3500 characters) Explain the core high-risk technical innovation to be researched and developed during a Phase I project. NSF must understand what research and development is required and how this technical innovation differs from and is significantly better than existing solutions. It may also be that the proposed innovation creates a new market. In this case, why will it be adopted? Describing features or benefits of the proposed technology is not sufficient.
2. The Technical Objectives and Challenges. (Up to 3500 characters) Clearly explain the specific research and development required to prove that the foundational technology works and address the associated challenges explicitly with a high level description of how each will be managed. This section must convey how the proposed work is technically innovative and demonstrate that you have an understanding of the core research and development tasks necessary to prove out the technical innovation.
3. The Market Opportunity. (Up to 1750 characters) Explain the value of the technological innovation including the potential uses and those who will benefit (who is the customer) and demonstrate a high-level understanding of the competitive landscape and why this innovation has the potential to compete.
4. The Company and Team. (Up to 1750 characters) Explain the team’s suitability to successfully execute the project based on the proposed innovation and approach to R&D. Provide information on plans to address gaps in the team.
The AI Prompt
What are the four items in an NSF SBIR Pitch?
Response - ChatGPT
The NSF (National Science Foundation) SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) pitch typically focuses on four key components:
1. The Technology Innovation Describe the innovative technology or product. Highlight what makes it unique, groundbreaking, or transformative compared to existing solutions. Explain the technical approach and why it has the potential to be a game-changer.
2. The Commercial Potential Demonstrate the market opportunity for your innovation. Discuss the target market, potential customers, and the problem your product addresses. Highlight how your innovation could lead to economic impact and commercialization success.
3. The Company and Team Provide information about your company, its mission, and the team's expertise. Emphasize why your team is uniquely qualified to execute the project and bring the innovation to market.
4. The Societal Impact Articulate the broader impact of your innovation on society. Explain how it could benefit the public, address a societal challenge, or advance NSF's goals in science and technology innovation.
Response - Deep Seek
Would you like assistance crafting a pitch for an NSF SBIR submission?
The NSF SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) program requires a concise and compelling pitch to effectively communicate your innovative idea. The four key items typically included in an NSF SBIR pitch are:
1. Problem Statement: Clearly define the specific problem or need that your technology or innovation addresses. Explain why this problem is significant and how it impacts the target market or society.
2. Innovation/Solution: Describe your proposed solution and highlight its novelty. Emphasize how your technology or approach is different from existing solutions and why it is superior. Include any unique features or advancements.
3. Market Opportunity: Identify the target market and its size. Explain who your customers are, the potential demand for your solution, and how you plan to reach them. Include any relevant market research or data to support your claims.
4. Impact and Feasibility: Discuss the broader impact of your innovation, including economic, societal, or environmental benefits. Also, address the technical and commercial feasibility of your project, including your team's expertise and any milestones or progress already achieved.
These elements help reviewers quickly understand the value of your proposal and its alignment with NSF SBIR goals.