WRAL TechWire keeps tabs on the latest and greatest meetups, panels, workshops, conferences, application deadlines and all things happening in the North Carolina startup/tech world. “The Headliners” is a multi-part weekly roundup of upcoming events in the local business/tech community.

Here’s our breakdown on Triangle events:

Application Deadline: UNC TraCS $5,000-$50,000 Grants

June 29

UNC’s North Carolina Translational and Clinical Sciences Institute (NC TraCS) provides one-year research grants of up to $25,000, requiring 50% matching funds by campus departments or partner institutions. The program supports new research projects as they capture preliminary data before seeking future funding.

Downtown Techies Happy Hours @Midtown

June 29, 7-9 p.m. @Fox and Hound

Bring your ideas and opinions to the next Midtown Techies meetup. Events are held on the last Tuesday of every month.

NC TECH Awards Submission Webinar

June 30, 9-9:30 a.m. (online)

Join this virtual event to learn about the submission process and sponsorship opportunities for the 2021 NC TECH Awards Gala on Nov. 3. Award submissions are due on July 15.

1 Million Cups RTP

June 30, 9-10 a.m. (online)

1 Million Cups, presented by Kauffman, is a weekly informal pitch event for the startup community. Join for free coffee and entrepreneurial support as local startups deliver their presentations.

Beyond the Basics: Save the Trauma for When it Really Counts

June 30, 1-2 p.m. (online)

Join this virtual lunch and learn to hear about the common pitfalls hindering a successful global market access product launch.

NC TECH Awards Submission Webinar

June 30, 3-3:30 p.m. (online)

Join this virtual event to learn about the submission process and sponsorship opportunities for the 2021 NC TECH Awards Gala on Nov. 3. Award submissions are due on July 15.