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Critical Minerals and Materials Innovation is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This is a Phase II opportunity that supports eligible technologies building on prior DOE-supported research related to critical minerals and materials. Projects should focus on prototype development, technical validation, market entry, and commercialization, potentially involving rare earth recovery and AI process control.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Applicants must have completed a qualifying DOE SBIR/STTR Phase I, Phase II, or follow-on Phase II award in FY24 or FY25. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,050,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Critical Minerals and Materials Innovation are due September 25, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Critical Minerals and Materials Innovation is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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