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NIA Small Business Interest Areas (SBIR/STTR) is sponsored by National Institutes of Health (NIH) - National Institute on Aging (NIA). The NIA is interested in proposals to develop and validate technologies that enhance the health and well-being of older adults.
Areas of high interest include assistive devices, robotics, sensors, digital health products, and technologies to enhance care, support aging in place, improve care coordination and management, enhance quality of life, or reduce caregiving burden.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500,000 (Phase I); Up to $2.5 Million (Phase II) for general projects; up to $700,000 (Phase I) and $3 Million (Phase II) for Alzheimer's and Related Dementias projects. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for NIA Small Business Interest Areas (SBIR/STTR) are due January 5, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
NIA Small Business Interest Areas (SBIR/STTR) is funded by National Institutes of Health (NIH) - National Institute on Aging (NIA). 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.
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