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NSF SBIR Phase I is sponsored by National Science Foundation. This grant funds early-stage research and development in deep technology and innovation by U.S. small businesses, supporting the transformation of scientific discoveries into commercially viable products and services with significant societal impact. The program supports technologies in various fields, including artificial intelligence and machine learning.
This topic emphasizes next-generation AI technologies that are safe, reliable, fair, robust, privacy-preserving, and efficient.
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For applicants | 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 . If you’re interested in applying for funding, we encourage you to watch our videos, join us at an event, or reach out directly to our program directors to learn more about the program and what we hope to see in your proposal.
Thinking of applying for Phase I funding? Check out our video covering program basics. tips and tricks for submitting a proposal .
PDF version of program basics , too.) --> See videos about our program and the startups we fund . Wondering if your idea is a good fit?
The first step in the process is to submit your written Project Pitch . Startups or entrepreneurs who submit a Project Pitch will learn if they meet the program’s objectives and be invited to submit a full proposal. Once you’ve received an invitation to submit a proposal (via the Project Pitch process), we encourage you to dig into the following resources to support you as you create your SBIR/STTR proposal.
Have lingering questions? Visit our FAQ , which covers the pre-application process to post-award reporting (and everything in between). Proposal submission guide Before you start your proposal, take a look at our proposal submission guide .
Read the Merit Review Guidelines to determine if your proposal fits the merit review or broader impacts criteria that we use to make funding decisions. To safeguard the integrity of the development and evaluation of proposals in the merit review process, we encourage you to also view the Generative Artificial Intelligence (GAI) Systems Memo that establishes guidelines for its use by reviewers and proposers. Are you a Phase I awardee?
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The current listing shows up to $275,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The most recent published deadline was July 27, 2026, which has passed. This is an annual program, so a new cycle should follow. Check the funder's website for the next application window.
NSF SBIR Phase I is funded by National Science Foundation. 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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India Sustainable Growth Hub (ISGH) Research Grants is a grant from the International Growth Centre (IGC) that funds policy-relevant research on sustainable economic growth in India, supported by funding from the Bezos Earth Fund. Two award types are available: full research grants up to GBP 40,000 and small research grants up to GBP 15,000. Projects must demonstrate strong policy relevance, potential for impact, and robust research methods. The lead Principal Investigator must be a researcher based in India and affiliated with an Indian institution, though co-investigators may be based internationally. Eligible institutions include universities, research centres, think tanks, NGOs, and government bodies registered in India. Bihar is a priority partner region.
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