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Advanced Materials (AM) SBIR/STTR Program is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). This program supports the development of new and improved materials for a wide variety of commercial and industrial applications.
Proposals may focus on the creation of innovative material systems and/or on critical fabrication, processing, or manufacturing challenges involved in the successful demonstration and commercialization of novel advanced materials.
The program has sub-topics including Advanced Engineering Materials, Coatings and Surface Modifications, Metals and Ceramics, Novel Advanced Materials-based Sensors, Structural and Infrastructural Materials, and Other Advanced Materials Technologies. It aims to translate research into products and services for the public good, including advanced materials, and to build a strong national economy.
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Advanced Materials Grant – Apply Today | NSF SBIR Check recent critical alerts! (Last updated 12/22/2025) NSF has temporarily paused the submission of new Project Pitches to the SBIR/STTR programs due to the lapse in congressional authorization. Program Directors will continue to process Project Pitches that were previously received.
Please direct any questions to sbir@nsf. gov . bioMASON Inc interior and exterior façade tile made with biocement, which is less costly and more sustainable than its traditional counterpart The Advanced Materials topic addresses the development of new and improved materials for a wide variety of commercial and industrial applications.
Proposals may focus on the creation of innovative material systems and/or on critical fabrication, processing or manufacturing challenges involved in the successful demonstration and commercialization of novel advanced materials. A broad range of applications areas will be considered as part of this topic. AM1.
Advanced Engineering Materials AM2. Coatings and Surface Modifications AM4. Novel Advanced Materials-based Sensors AM5.
Structural and Infrastructural Materials AM6. Other Advanced Materials Technologies Application process for Advanced Materials (AM) funding Eligibility for Advanced Materials (AM) funding + Your company must be a small business (fewer than 500 employees) located in the United States. At least 50% of your company’s equity must be owned by U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
NSF does not fund companies that are majority-owned by multiple venture capital firms, private equity firms, or hedge funds, to participate in SBIR and STTR. All funded work, including work done by consultants and contractors, needs to take place in the United States. The project’s principal investigator (tech lead) must be legally employed at least 20 hours a week by the company seeking funding.
The principal investigator doesn’t need any advanced degrees. The principal investigator needs to commit to at least one month (173 hours) of work on a funded project per six months of project duration. Evaluation Criteria: What We Look for When Evaluating Advanced Materials (AM) proposals + Take our project assessment to see if your work might be a good fit for NSF funding.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Small businesses (fewer than 500 employees) located in the United States, with at least 50% U.S. ownership. For-profit entities only. Technology must have potential for commercialization. The project's principal investigator must be legally employed at least 20 hours a week by the company seeking funding and commit to at least one month (173 hours) of work on a funded project per six months of project duration. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $305,000 for Phase I; up to $1,250,000 for Phase II (with potential for additional supplemental funding exceeding $500,000) Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
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