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National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF SBIR/STTR program provides non-dilutive grants to startups and small businesses for R&D across almost all areas of science and technology, aiming to transform scientific discovery into products and services with commercial and societal impact.
This includes supporting high-risk, high-impact innovations in areas such as artificial intelligence, data science, and advanced computing, which are highly relevant to financial technology.
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Project description (10–15 pages addressing innovation, technical approach, and R&D plan)
Commercialization strategy
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses with fewer than 500 employees, primarily located in the U.S. The STTR program requires a formal collaboration with a non-profit research institution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies; generally Phase I up to $275,000, Phase II up to $1.8 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
National Science Foundation (NSF) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is funded by National Science Foundation (NSF). 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.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Project description (10–15 pages), Budget details, Biographical sketches, Commercialization strategy, and Intellectual property agreements (required for STTR; recommended for SBIR with subawards). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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