To apply, an applicant can complete an Expression of Interest (EOI) form, which is subsequently reviewed by the NHLBI. If selected, applicants are invited to complete a full online application through a secure Catalyze website. Full applications have an open period of ~4 weeks for applicants to submit their requested services.
Applications are completed through an online portal. Applicants are encouraged to utilize the PDF / Word copy of the Catalyze Application to gather information needed for submission. The applicant may draft responses on the Word version and use it as a template to copy/paste into the Catalyze website. The application can take between 4-6 hours to complete. After the submission period ends, the Catalyze Coordinating Center (RTI) may contact the applicant by email if there are questions about the application. Applicants will be notified of the final decision by email within 6 months.
The application should demonstrate an understanding of the necessary steps to advance the technology from its current stage to FDA clearance, as well as the steps to advance from FDA clearance to commercialization. If the goal is market approval, applicants may request several services but in general, the program does not support projects above $1,000,000/year. NHLBI may work with applicants to adjust which services can be supported by Catalyze. Other funding sources may be required.