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NSF SBIR Phase I (Information Technologies) is sponsored by National Science Foundation. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt:
Application snapshot: target deadline March 3, 2026; published funding information $305,000; eligibility guidance Small Businesses (SBCs) based in the United States with fewer than 500 employees.
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How It Works - Get Started | NSF SBIR An official website of the United States government. 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 .
Proposal Review & Decision Proposal review & decision Step-by-step process to apply for an NSF grant Many startups and small businesses that received NSF grants have high-risk technologies and cutting-edge products and services that will improve quality of life and contribute to the nation's economy and security.
To get started, we'll walk you through our eligibility, process and timeline for applying for an NSF grant including determining if your project is a good fit for NSF funding, how to submit a Project Pitch and what to expect along the way. 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 PI 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. For more detailed information, check out the Eligibility Guide . Take the Project Pitch Assessment Submit your Project Pitch anytime.
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Proposal Review & Decision About 6 months after you submit, you’ll be notified about funding. Step 1. Take the project fit assessment Take the project pitch fit assessment to determine if your work meets the NSF’s technological innovation, commercial potential and broader impacts requirements.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Small Businesses (SBCs) based in the United States with fewer than 500 employees. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $305,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 3, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
NSF S‑STEM (Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). Supports scholarships and related project activities to improve STEM success of low‑income students—includes underserved youth. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation An official website of the United States government Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS. or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. All NSF IT systems, including NSF.gov, will be unavailable from Saturday, Feb. 21 at 7:00 a.m. EST to Sunday, Feb. 22 at 8:00 p.m. EST due to the relocation of the NSF headquarters. We apologize for any inconvenience. Research Experiences for Undergraduates For Early-Career Researchers Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) How We Make Funding Decisions Request a Change to Your Award Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) NSF Public Access Repository Who to Contact With Questions Facilities and Infrastructure Updates on NSF Priorities Our Directorates & Offices Biological Sciences (BIO) Computer & Information Science & Engineering (CISE) Integrative Activities (OIA) International Science & Engineering (OISE) Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MPS) Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences (SBE) Technology, Innovation & Partnerships (TIP) National Center for Science & Engineering Statistics (NCSES) National Science Board (NSB) NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) NSF's implementation of the revised 2 CFR NSF Financial Assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements) made on or after October 1, 2024, will be subject to the applicable set of award conditions, dated October 1, 2024, available on the NSF website . These terms and conditions are consistent with the revised guidance specified in the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance published in the Federal Register on April 22, 2024. Important information for proposers All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements. Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement. Updates to NSF Research Security Policies On July 10, 2025, NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to the agency's research security policies, including a research security training requirement, Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program annual certification requirement, prohibition on Confucius institutes and an updated FFDR reporting and submission timeline. Supports institutions of Application snapshot: target deadline March 3, 2026; published funding information Varies; scholarships and project support; eligibility guidance U. S. academic institutions (two‑ and four‑year colleges) Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) is sponsored by National Science Foundation. Supports institutions of higher education to fund scholarships and academic support for low-income, high-achieving students in STEM fields. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation An official website of the United States government Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS. or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Research Experiences for Undergraduates For Early-Career Researchers Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) How We Make Funding Decisions Request a Change to Your Award Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) NSF Public Access Repository Who to Contact With Questions Facilities and Infrastructure Updates on NSF Priorities Our Directorates & Offices Biological Sciences (BIO) Computer & Information Science & Engineering (CISE) Integrative Activities (OIA) International Science & Engineering (OISE) Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MPS) Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences (SBE) Technology, Innovation & Partnerships (TIP) National Center for Science & Engineering Statistics (NCSES) National Science Board (NSB) NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) NSF's implementation of the revised 2 CFR NSF Financial Assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements) made on or after October 1, 2024, will be subject to the applicable set of award conditions, dated October 1, 2024, available on the NSF website . These terms and conditions are consistent with the revised guidance specified in the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance published in the Federal Register on April 22, 2024. Important information for proposers All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements. Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement. Updates to NSF Research Security Policies On July 10, 2025, NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to the agency's research security policies, including a research security training requirement, Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program annual certification requirement, prohibition on Confucius institutes and an updated FFDR reporting and submission timeline. Supports institutions of higher education to fund scholarships for academically talented low-income STEM majors and to study and implement a program of activities that support their recruitment, retention and graduation. Supports institutions of higher education to fund scholarships for academically talented Application snapshot: target deadline March 3, 2026; published funding information $1,000,000 - $5,000,000; eligibility guidance Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) is sponsored by National Science Foundation. Enables institutions to provide scholarships and support services to high-achieving, low-income students in STEM fields, including engineering. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation An official website of the United States government Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS. or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. All NSF IT systems, including NSF.gov, will be unavailable from Saturday, Feb. 21 at 7:00 a.m. EST to Sunday, Feb. 22 at 8:00 p.m. EST due to the relocation of the NSF headquarters. We apologize for any inconvenience. Research Experiences for Undergraduates For Early-Career Researchers Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) How We Make Funding Decisions Request a Change to Your Award Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) NSF Public Access Repository Who to Contact With Questions Facilities and Infrastructure Updates on NSF Priorities Our Directorates & Offices Biological Sciences (BIO) Computer & Information Science & Engineering (CISE) Integrative Activities (OIA) International Science & Engineering (OISE) Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MPS) Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences (SBE) Technology, Innovation & Partnerships (TIP) National Center for Science & Engineering Statistics (NCSES) National Science Board (NSB) NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) NSF Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics Program (S-STEM) NSF's implementation of the revised 2 CFR NSF Financial Assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements) made on or after October 1, 2024, will be subject to the applicable set of award conditions, dated October 1, 2024, available on the NSF website . These terms and conditions are consistent with the revised guidance specified in the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance published in the Federal Register on April 22, 2024. Important information for proposers All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements. Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement. Updates to NSF Research Security Policies On July 10, 2025, NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to the agency's research security policies, including a research security training requirement, Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program annual certification requirement, prohibition on Confucius institutes and an updated FFDR reporting and submission timeline. Supports institutions of Application snapshot: target deadline March 3, 2026; published funding information Up to $5,000,000 total; eligibility guidance US institutions of higher education, including Massachusetts colleges and universities. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies is sponsored by SSHRC (New Frontiers in Research Fund - International). Supports international collaborative research using disruptive technologies to address global challenges, potentially including design engineering innovations. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Social sciences and humanities research council ../NFRF_GCWeb.exclude/BASE-fra.master.vb con" /> Skip to "About government" Government of Canada / Gouvernement du Canada Canada Research Coordinating Committee New Frontiers in Research Fund 2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges Expectations for funded projects Frequently asked questions The International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges represents a collaboration among research funders from the Åland Islands, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Finland, the Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom to support international, interdisciplinary and transformative research aimed at harnessing disruptive technology to address major global societal challenges. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by all member states of the United Nations in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. They are a call to action for all countries to work together to tackle major and interlinked global challenges to ensure long-term peace and prosperity. There has been global recognition that the world is behind on achieving the SDGs by their 2030 target date. Indeed, the challenges facing humanity instead seem to be intensifying. Concurrently, advances in science, communication and disruptive technology are changing the world around us. This call aims to harness the potential of disruptive technology to offer novel solutions to global challenges and accelerate progress towards achieving the SDGs. More research is needed on how disruptive technologies can be used in contextually appropriate interventions to have transformative economic or societal impacts to improve the lives of people and the planet. In this call, “disruptive technology” is defined as “an innovation whose application replaces or radically alters systems, processes and/or behaviours to have transformative economic or societal impacts. The impact may be localized or far-reaching. Disruptive technology may include cutting-edge and novel innovations, or the application of an existing innovation in a new context, bringing about substantial change or paradigm shifts.” Research harnessing disruptive technologies to address global challenges requires an interdisciplinary approach involving expertise across disciplines—including the natural sciences, engineering, health sciences, social sciences and humanities—and across sectors, including academia, government, not-for-profit organizations, community organizations and private industry. Co-development of research and solutions in partnership with affected stakeholders is essential for long-term success. This interdisciplinary and stakeholder-oriented approach is instrumental to pushing forward change at an international scale to help make progress towards achieving the SDGs. Projects in this call must directly address at least one of the SDGs. End poverty in all its forms everywhere. End hunger, achieve food security Application snapshot: target deadline rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows; published funding information Varies by funding organizations; eligibility guidance Canadian researchers eligible for SSHRC; international teams across disciplines Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies is sponsored by SSHRC (New Frontiers in Research Fund). Funding for international teams developing disruptive technologies addressing UN SDGs, including ocean-related challenges, with multi-stage application process. Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: Social sciences and humanities research council ../NFRF_GCWeb.exclude/BASE-fra.master.vb con" /> Skip to "About government" Government of Canada / Gouvernement du Canada Canada Research Coordinating Committee New Frontiers in Research Fund 2026 International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges Expectations for funded projects Frequently asked questions The International Joint Initiative for Research Harnessing Disruptive Technologies to Address Global Challenges represents a collaboration among research funders from the Åland Islands, Brazil, Canada, Denmark, Finland, the Faroe Islands, Greenland, Iceland, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, and the United Kingdom to support international, interdisciplinary and transformative research aimed at harnessing disruptive technology to address major global societal challenges. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) were adopted by all member states of the United Nations in 2015 as part of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. They are a call to action for all countries to work together to tackle major and interlinked global challenges to ensure long-term peace and prosperity. There has been global recognition that the world is behind on achieving the SDGs by their 2030 target date. Indeed, the challenges facing humanity instead seem to be intensifying. Concurrently, advances in science, communication and disruptive technology are changing the world around us. This call aims to harness the potential of disruptive technology to offer novel solutions to global challenges and accelerate progress towards achieving the SDGs. More research is needed on how disruptive technologies can be used in contextually appropriate interventions to have transformative economic or societal impacts to improve the lives of people and the planet. In this call, “disruptive technology” is defined as “an innovation whose application replaces or radically alters systems, processes and/or behaviours to have transformative economic or societal impacts. The impact may be localized or far-reaching. Disruptive technology may include cutting-edge and novel innovations, or the application of an existing innovation in a new context, bringing about substantial change or paradigm shifts.” Research harnessing disruptive technologies to address global challenges requires an interdisciplinary approach involving expertise across disciplines—including the natural sciences, engineering, health sciences, social sciences and humanities—and across sectors, including academia, government, not-for-profit organizations, community organizations and private industry. Co-development of research and solutions in partnership with affected stakeholders is essential for long-term success. This interdisciplinary and stakeholder-oriented approach is instrumental to pushing forward change at an international scale to help make progress towards achieving the SDGs. Projects in this call must directly address at least one of the SDGs. End poverty in all its forms everywhere. End hunger, achieve food security Application snapshot: target deadline March 3, 2026; published funding information Varies by project (3-year funding); eligibility guidance International research teams from eligible countries/institutions Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
NSF Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). Official opportunity description and requirements excerpt: NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I Programs (SBIR/STTR Phase I) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation An official website of the United States government Official websites use .gov A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS. or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Research Experiences for Undergraduates For Early-Career Researchers Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) How We Make Funding Decisions Request a Change to Your Award Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) NSF Public Access Repository Who to Contact With Questions Facilities and Infrastructure Updates on NSF Priorities Our Directorates & Offices Biological Sciences (BIO) Computer & Information Science & Engineering (CISE) Integrative Activities (OIA) International Science & Engineering (OISE) Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MPS) Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences (SBE) Technology, Innovation & Partnerships (TIP) National Center for Science & Engineering Statistics (NCSES) National Science Board (NSB) NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I Programs (SBIR/STTR Phase I) NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I Programs (SBIR/STTR Phase I) NSF's implementation of the revised 2 CFR NSF Financial Assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements) made on or after October 1, 2024, will be subject to the applicable set of award conditions, dated October 1, 2024, available on the NSF website . These terms and conditions are consistent with the revised guidance specified in the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance published in the Federal Register on April 22, 2024. Important information for proposers All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements. Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement. Updates to NSF Research Security Policies On July 10, 2025, NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to the agency's research security policies, including a research security training requirement, Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program annual certification requirement, prohibition on Confucius institutes and an updated FFDR reporting and submission timeline. Supports startups and small businesses to transform scientific discovery into products and services with commercial and societal impact. Phase I funding goes to Application snapshot: target deadline March 4, 2026; published funding information $275,000 - $305,000; eligibility guidance United States Small Business Concerns (SBCs) Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.