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The Small Business Innovation Research program is the largest source of early-stage technology funding in the United States. Since 1982, SBIR has channeled over $60 billion to small businesses building innovations that federal agencies need and markets reward. Eleven agencies participate, each funding technologies aligned with its own mission — from defense systems and biomedical devices to clean energy and agricultural technology.
Unlike venture capital, SBIR grants are non-dilutive. You keep your equity. You own the IP. And the federal government becomes your first customer, not your investor. For technology startups and R&D-driven small businesses, SBIR represents a unique path: prove your concept with government funding, then commercialize on your own terms.
After a five-month lapse when program authorization expired in September 2025, SBIR and STTR were reauthorized through 2031 with significant new provisions — including Strategic Breakthrough Awards up to $30 million and mandatory foreign risk screening. Agencies are now restarting solicitations, making this one of the most important windows for new applicants in years.
| Phase | Purpose | Award Range | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phase I | Feasibility & proof of concept | $50,000 – $275,000 | 6–12 months |
| Phase II | Full R&D & prototype development | $750,000 – $1.75M | 2 years |
| Phase III | Commercialization (no SBIR funding) | Follow-on contracts & private investment | Varies |
| Strategic Breakthrough | Post-Phase II acceleration (new in 2026) | Up to $30M | Up to 48 months |
For a detailed walkthrough of each phase, including budget templates and timeline planning, see our Phase I vs Phase II comparison.
| Agency | Annual SBIR Budget | Focus Areas |
|---|---|---|
| Department of Defense | $1.8B+ | Defense tech, cybersecurity, space, autonomous systems |
| NIH (HHS) | $1.2B+ | Biomedical devices, diagnostics, therapeutics, digital health |
| NSF | $250M+ | Deep tech, AI/ML, advanced manufacturing, materials |
| DOE | $350M+ | Clean energy, nuclear, grid modernization, climate tech |
| NASA | $200M+ | Space technology, Earth observation, propulsion, materials |
| USDA | $35M+ | Agricultural technology, food safety, rural development |
| EPA | $15M+ | Environmental monitoring, water treatment, remediation |
| DHS | $30M+ | Homeland security, border tech, first responder tools |
| Dept. of Education | $15M+ | EdTech, assessment tools, learning platforms |
| DOT | $10M+ | Transportation safety, infrastructure, autonomous vehicles |
| NOAA (DOC) | $10M+ | Ocean tech, weather forecasting, fisheries, satellites |
Each agency runs its own solicitation cycle with different topics, formats, and timelines. For agency-specific strategy, see our DoD SBIR guide and NIH SBIR Phase I guide.
For the full eligibility checklist including post-reauthorization changes, read our SBIR eligibility rules for 2026. First-time applicants should start with our complete SBIR application guide.
Browse the open SBIR and STTR opportunities below to find solicitations matching your technology. Each listing includes the funding agency, deadline, award amount, and eligibility details. When you find a match, Granted AI can help you draft your Phase I proposal section by section — from technical approach to commercialization plan — in days instead of months.
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Housing Policy Research Grant Notice of Funding Opportunity is sponsored by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Office of Policy Development and Research (PD&R). This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) provides competitive awards for quality research projects that contribute to knowledge about housing policy in the United States and generate actionable insights for policymakers and communities.
Funding Opportunity Title: Moonshot: Artemis Edition Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY26-02 Deadline for Applications: Monday July 13, 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1 Assistance Listing Number: 19.040 Length of performance period: 12 to 18 months Number of awards anticipated: 1 award Total available funding: $200,000 pending availability of funds Type of Funding: FY26 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Anticipated project start date: October 2026 Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative agreement. Project Performance Period: Proposed projects should be completed in 18 months or less. The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State. This notice is subject to availability of funding. A. Executive Summary: “Moonshot: Artemis Edition” is an 18-month nationwide public diplomacy initiative designed to promote American leadership in space exploration and the Artemis Program by engaging Moroccan youth in science, technology, and entrepreneurship. This initiative will leverage lessons from the Artemis program to help equip participants with practical ability and exposure to real-world applications in the emerging space economy. Commercial diplomacy is a central component of “Moonshot: Artemis Edition”, which will introduce participants to the U.S. space industry and its global leadership. The program will highlight the role of leading American companies engaged in advancing space technologies, innovation, and supply chains. Participants will gain insights into how U.S. companies operate, collaborate internationally, and create opportunities across sectors, positioning the United States as the partner of choice in high-tech industries and trusted technology ecosystems. B. Goals and Objectives “Moonshot: Artemis Edition” is an 18-month public diplomacy initiative designed to build on prior Moonshot programming by advancing from inspiration to workforce alignment in the space and technology sectors. Anchored in the Artemis Program, the program will highlight U.S. leadership in space exploration while introducing Moroccan youth to practical applications of science, engineering, and entrepreneurship within the emerging lunar and commercial space economy. The initiative will also incorporate a strong commercial diplomacy component, showcasing how U.S. companies dr[B(1] [S(2] ive innovation, supply chains, and global partnerships. Program Goal The overarching goal is to promote U.S. leadership in space exploration and innovation by increasing awareness of American technological excellence, strengthening connections to U.S. industries, and advancing U.S. economic and foreign policy interests in Morocco. Program Objectives Applicants should design programs that achieve the following U.S.-focused objectives[MS3] : Increase awareness of U.S. leadership in space exploration, including NASA’s Artemis program and broader U.S. space ecosystem Promote understanding of U.S. innovation models, entrepreneurship practices, and technology development frameworks Highlight the role of U.S. private sector leaders in driving global space industry growth Encourage engagement with U.S. companies, technologies, and platforms as preferred partners[MS4] for future collaboration with their Moroccan counterparts in academia, industry, and government Reinforce U.S. leadership in trusted technologies, including artificial intelligence, advanced engineering, and secure space systems Performance Goals, Indicators, and Targets Applicants must include a monitoring and evaluation plan. Expected performance indicators include: Reach: Number of participants engaged (target: 800–1000 direct participants; broader outreach audience) U.S. perception shift: At least 70% of participants report increased awareness of U.S. leadership in space and technology (pre/post surveys) Engagement with U.S. content: Number of activities featuring U.S. experts, companies, or technologies (target: majority of engagements) Outputs: At least 15–20 team projects aligned with U.S.-led innovation themes Engagement: Number of activities implemented (target: 5-8 events over 18 months) Press/social media content Participant Eligibility Program participants should primarily be Moroccan youth aged 15–35, including students, early-career professionals, entrepreneurs, and STEM practitioners. Applicants are encouraged to prioritize participants who have an interest in engaging with U.S. technologies, innovation models, and partnerships. Budget Guidance Applicants should budget for all program-related costs, including: Participant travel, accommodation, and per diem for in-person activities Venue rental, logistics, and materials for workshops and events Honoraria, travel, and expenses for U.S. and local speakers and trainers Equipment and supplies for hands-on activities Communications, outreach, and visibility materials highlighting U.S. leadership Monitoring and evaluation activities Limitations and Regulations All proposed activities must comply with U.S. government regulations and public diplomacy guidelines. Funds may not be used for construction, major equipment purchases not directly tied to program delivery, or activities that are purely academic or research-focused without a clear public diplomacy component. Applicants are expected to demonstrate the capacity to manage an 18-month, multi-phase program and deliver measurable outcomes that advance U.S. leadership, visibility, and partnerships in space and technology. C. Substantial Involvement The Public Affairs Office will be actively involved in the award implementation. U.S. Embassy staff will: · Provide standardized logos/branding guidelines for promotional materials. · Approve marketing materials and participate in promotional activities of the program, utilizing the U.S. Mission’s social media platforms and media contacts. · Approve proposed venues. · Approve participant and trainer recruitment and selection plans. · Assist in identifying and contacting alumni of U.S. government exchange programs, representatives of U.S. companies, and enlisting U.S. Mission personnel as potential speakers or trainers. · Review and approve proposed program speaker and trainer rosters and activity/workshop/site visit content and formats. D. Application Content and Format: Please follow all instructions below carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible. Content of Application The following documents are required: 1. Mandatory application forms· SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance – organizations) · SF-424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs) 2. Proposal (10 pages maximum)The proposal should contain sufficient information that anyone not familiar with it would understand exactly what the applicant wants to do. You may use your own proposal format, but it must include all the items below. · Proposal Summary: Short narrative that outlines the proposed project, including project objectives and anticipated impact. · Introduction to the Organization or Individual applying: A description of past and present operations, showing ability to carry out the program, including information on all previous grants from the State Department and/or U.S. government agencies. · Problem Statement: Clear, concise and well-supported statement of the problem to be addressed and why the proposed program is needed · Project Goals and Objectives: The “goals” describe what the program is intended to achieve. The “objectives” refer to the intermediate accomplishments on the way to the goals. These should be achievable and measurable. · Project Activities: Describe the program activities and how they will help achieve the objectives. · Project Methods and Design: A description of how the program is expected to work to solve the stated problem and achieve the goal. Include a logic model as appropriate. · Proposed Project Schedule and Timeline: The proposed timeline for the program activities. Include the dates, times, and locations of planned activities and events. · Key Personnel: Names, titles, roles and experience/qualifications of key personnel involved in the program. What proportion of their time will be used in support of this program? · Project Partners: List the names and type of involvement of key partner organizations and sub-awardees. · Project Monitoring and Evaluation Plan: This is an important part of successful grants. Throughout the timeframe of the grant, how will the activities be monitored to ensure they are happening in a timely manner, and how will the program be evaluated to make sure it is meeting the goals of the grant? · Future Funding or Sustainability Applicant’s plan for continuing the program beyond the grant period, or the availability of other resources, if applicable. 3. Budget Justification Narrative: After filling out the SF-424A Budget, use a separate file to describe each of the budget expenses in detail. See section I. Other Information: Guidelines for Budget Submissions below for further information. 4. Attachments· 1-page Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume of key personnel who are proposed for the program · Letters of support from program partners describing the roles and responsibilities of each partner · If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, include your latest NICRA as a PDF file. · Official permission letters, if required for program activities. E. Submission Requirements and deadlines: 1. Address to Request Application Package Application forms required above are available at U.S. embassy website and grants.gov. 2. Department of State Contacts If you have any questions about the grant application process, please contact: RabatGrants@state.gov 3. Unique entity identifier and System for Award Management (SAM.gov)Required Registrations All organizations, whether based in the United States or in another country, must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active registration in SAM.gov. A UEI is one of the data elements mandated by Public Law 109-282, the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA), for all Federal awards. An applicant must maintain an active registration while it has a proposal under review by the Department and must continue to keep the registration active for the entire duration of the period of performance of any Federal award that results from this NOFO. The 2 CFR 200 requires subrecipients to obtain a UEI. Please note the UEI for subrecipients is not required at the time of application but will be required before an award is processed and/or directed to a subrecipient. 4. Submission Dates and Times : All proposals and application materials must be submitted by email to Rabatgrants@state.gov Applications are due no later than Monday July 13, 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1 Address to Request Application Package Application forms required above are available under "Related documents" in Grants.gov and; at: https://ma.usembassy.gov/education/funding-opportunities/ Department of State Contacts If you have any questions about the grant application process or the NOFO, please contact: Rabatgrants@state.gov Please include "Moonshot Artemis" in the subject line. Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY26-02. Assistance Listing: 19.040. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: O. Award Amount: $150K – $200K per award.
Funding Opportunity Title: Tech Innovation Lab Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY26-03 Deadline for Applications: July 13, 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1 Assistance Listing Number: 19.040 Length of performance period: 12 to 18 months Number of awards anticipated: 1 award Total available funding: $200,000 pending availability of funds Type of Funding: FY26 Smith Mundt Public Diplomacy Funds Anticipated project start date: October 2026 Funding Instrument Type: Cooperative agreement. Project Performance Period: Proposed projects should be completed in 18 months or less The Department of State will entertain applications for continuation grants funded under these awards beyond the initial budget period on a non-competitive basis subject to availability of funds, satisfactory progress of the program, and a determination that continued funding would be in the best interest of the U.S. Department of State. This notice is subject to availability of funding A. Executive Summary: The Tech & Innovation Lab is a national program that equips participants in two to four Moroccan cities with practical skills to use American technology and business practices to solve real-world challenges. The program focuses on applying U.S.-developed tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to priority sectors such as agriculture, fisheries and the blue economy, logistics, tourism, and services, while introducing participants to U.S. technology platforms and companies operating in these sectors. The Lab aims to strengthen participants’ ability to build solutions that are market-relevant, and scalable, using American products. Through hands-on workshops, mentorship from American experts, and applied project work, participants will learn how to design, test, and improve solutions using proven U.S. approaches in innovation, product development, and technology adoption. The program will also highlight U.S. commercial models and create exposure to American products and services, encouraging participants to integrate U.S. technologies and AI into their solutions. B. Goals & Objectives: Morocco is undergoing rapid digital and economic transformation, with increasing demand for advanced technical skills, innovation capacity, and private sector–driven solutions across key sectors such as agriculture, fisheries and the blue economy, logistics, tourism, and services. At the same time, there is a growing need to strengthen the adoption of trusted, high-quality technology platforms and business practices that support sustainable growth and economic resilience. Goal: To advance U.S. leadership in innovation and technology, and promote market access for American products by equipping participants with practical skills to apply American technologies and business practices to develop scalable, market-relevant solutions in priority sectors in Morocco. Objectives: Promote the adoption and integration of trusted American technologies and platforms. Increase participants’ technical capacity to apply U.S.-developed tools, including artificial intelligence, to real-world challenges. Strengthen understanding and application of U.S. best practices in product development, innovation, and business models. Facilitate connections between Moroccan participants and U.S. companies, experts, and innovation ecosystems. Support the development of solutions that contribute to local economic growth and job creation. Program Activities and Components: Applicants should propose a cohort-based program implemented in two to four Moroccan cities, with each city hosting a dedicated cohort over a period of three to four months per cohort. Programming may be sequenced or partially overlapping across locations, depending on implementation capacity. Participant Eligibility: Participants should meet the following criteria: Moroccan citizens residing in target cities University students, recent graduates, or early-career professionals Background in technology, business, or related fields (preferred but not mandatory) Demonstrated interest in applying technology to solve practical challenges Basic proficiency in English (preferred) Budget Guidance: Applicants should submit a detailed budget that may include: Participant Costs: Travel, lodging (if needed), and per diem for participants attending in-person sessions Venue and Logistics: Workshop space, equipment, internet access Trainer and Speaker Costs: Honoraria, travel, and accommodation for American and local experts Program Materials: Software licenses (U.S.-based platforms), training materials, supplies Communications and Outreach: Recruitment, visibility, and program branding Monitoring and Evaluation Costs Limitations and Regulations: All proposed activities must comply with U.S. government regulations and public diplomacy guidelines. Funds may not be used for construction, major equipment purchases not directly tied to program delivery, or activities that are purely academic or research-focused without a clear public diplomacy component. Applicants are expected to demonstrate the capacity to manage an 18-month, multi-phase program and deliver measurable outcomes that advance U.S. leadership, visibility, and partnerships in space and technology. C. Substantial Involvement: The Public Affairs Office will be actively involved in the award implementation. U.S. Embassy staff will: · Provide standardized logos/branding guidelines for promotional materials. · Approve marketing materials and participate in promotional activities of the program, utilizing the U.S. Mission’s social media platforms and media contacts. · Approve proposed venues. · Approve participant and trainer recruitment and selection plans. · Assist in identifying and contacting alumni of U.S. government exchange programs, representatives of U.S. companies, and enlisting U.S. Mission personnel as potential speakers or trainers. Review and approve proposed program speaker and trainer rosters and activity/workshop/site visit content and formats. D. Application Contents & Format: Please follow all instructions below carefully. Proposals that do not meet the requirements of this announcement or fail to comply with the stated requirements will be ineligible. Content of Application Please ensure: · The proposal clearly addresses the goals and objectives of this funding opportunity · All documents are in English · All budgets are in U.S. dollars · All pages are numbered · All documents are formatted to fit 8 ½ x 11 paper, and · All Microsoft Word documents are single-spaced, 12 point Calibri font, with a minimum of 1-inch margins. The following documents are required: 1. Mandatory application forms SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance – organizations) SF-424A (Budget Information for Non-Construction programs) 2. Proposal (10 pages maximum) The proposal should contain sufficient information that anyone not familiar with it would understand exactly what the applicant wants to do. You may use your own proposal format, but it must include all the items below. · Proposal Summary: Short narrative that outlines the proposed project, including project objectives and anticipated impact. · Introduction to the Organization or Individual applying: A description of past and present operations, showing ability to carry out the program, including information on all previous grants from the State Department and/or U.S. government agencies. · Problem Statement: Clear, concise and well-supported statement of the problem to be addressed and why the proposed program is needed · Project Goals and Objectives: The “goals” describe what the program is intended to achieve. The “objectives” refer to the intermediate accomplishments on the way to the goals. These should be achievable and measurable. · Project Activities: Describe the program activities and how they will help achieve the objectives. · Project Methods and Design: A description of how the program is expected to work to solve the stated problem and achieve the goal. Include a logic model as appropriate. · Proposed Project Schedule and Timeline: The proposed timeline for the program activities. Include the dates, times, and locations of planned activities and events. · Key Personnel: Names, titles, roles and experience/qualifications of key personnel involved in the program. What proportion of their time will be used in support of this program? · Project Partners: List the names and type of involvement of key partner organizations and sub-awardees. · Project Monitoring and Evaluation Plan: This is an important part of successful grants. Throughout the timeframe of the grant, how will the activities be monitored to ensure they are happening in a timely manner, and how will the program be evaluated to make sure it is meeting the goals of the grant? · Future Funding or Sustainability Applicant’s plan for continuing the program beyond the grant period, or the availability of other resources, if applicable. 3. Budget Justification Narrative After filling out the SF-424A Budget (above), use a separate file to describe each of the budget expenses in detail. See section I. Other Information: Guidelines for Budget Submissions below for further information. 4. Attachments · 1-page Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume of key personnel who are proposed for the program · Letters of support from program partners describing the roles and responsibilities of each partner · If your organization has a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) and includes NICRA charges in the budget, include your latest NICRA as a PDF file. · Official permission letters, if required for program activities. E. Submission Requirements and deadlines: 1. Address to Request Application Package Application forms required above are available at U.S. embassy website and grants.gov. 2. Department of State Contacts If you have any questions about the grant application process, please contact: RabatGrants@state.gov 3. Unique entity identifier and System for Award Management (SAM.gov)Required Registrations All organizations, whether based in the United States or in another country, must have a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and an active registration in SAM.gov. A UEI is one of the data elements mandated by Public Law 109-282, the Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA), for all Federal awards. An applicant must maintain an active registration while it has a proposal under review by the Department and must continue to keep the registration active for the entire duration of the period of performance of any Federal award that results from this NOFO. The 2 CFR 200 requires subrecipients to obtain a UEI. Please note the UEI for subrecipients is not required at the time of application but will be required before an award is processed and/or directed to a subrecipient. 4. Submission Dates and Times : All proposals and application materials must be submitted by email to Rabatgrants@state.gov Applications are due no later than Monday July 13, 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1 Address to Request Application Package Application forms required above are available under "Related documents" in Grants.gov and; Under "Forms" at: https://ma.usembassy.gov/education/funding-opportunities/ Department of State Contacts If you have any questions about the grant application process or the NOFO, please contact: Rabatgrants@state.gov Please include "Tech Innovation Lab" in the subject line. Funding Opportunity Number: PAS-MOROCCO-FY26-03. Assistance Listing: 19.040. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: O. Award Amount: $150K – $200K per award.
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The Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (NICHD) and participating components invite grant applications for research on the development of safe, real-time, non-invasive (or minimally invasive), in vivo methods to assess the development and function of the human placenta. Funding Opportunity Number: RFA-HD-14-005. Assistance Listing: 93.286,93.865. Funding Instrument: G. Category: HL,ISS.
This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) invites grant applications for research in for the development of safe, real-time, non-invasive (or minimally invasive), in vivo methods to assess the development and function of the human placenta. Funding Opportunity Number: RFA-HD-15-018. Assistance Listing: 93.286,93.865. Funding Instrument: G. Category: HL,ISS. Award Amount: $2M total program funding.
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program for CHIPS for America – CHIPS Metrology seeks applications from eligible applicants to explore the technical merit or feasibility of an innovative idea or technology with the aim of developing a viable product or service that will be introduced to the commercial microelectronics marketplace. This NOFO contains multiple topics on research projects for critically needed measurement services, tools, and instrumentation; innovative manufacturing metrologies; novel assurance and provenance technologies and advanced metrology research and development (R&D) testbeds to help secure U.S. leadership in the global semiconductor industry. Funding Opportunity Number: 2024-SBIR-CHIPS-01. Assistance Listing: 11.042,11.620. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: ST.
To increase research capacity for NF, the NFRP is offering the NFRA. The intent of the NFRA is to provide a framework of intensive mentoring and iterative guidance with proposed research, national networking, collaborations, and a peer group of junior faculty (Scholars). The NFRP NFRA will bring together established NF investigators (one Director and one Deputy Director) and early-career independent investigators (Scholars) and their Career Guides to develop successful, highly productive NF scientists and clinicians that will conduct research with the aim of lessening the clinical impact of NF1, NF2, and schwannomatosis. The NFRA is a multi-institutional interactive virtual academy platform designed to offer support to NFRA Scholars with the goal to advance innovative, high impact NF research through a collaborative and career development environment.The functioning NFRA will consist of Scholars and their Career Guides (mentors) from different institutions, and an Academy Director and Deputy Director (see Figure 1 below). The Academy Director and Deputy Director will catalyze the growth and professional development of the Scholars in collaboration with their Career Guides, assess the progress of the Scholars, and facilitate communication and collaboration among all Academy members. The Career Guide is not required to be at the same institution as the Scholar; however, if the (primary) Career Guide is from a different institution, a secondary Career Guide at the Scholar’s institution is needed. The NFRA will afford Scholars opportunities to operate in a collegial, highly dynamic, and cutting-edge center to move early-career investigators towards positions as leaders in NF conducting impactful research.During this first phase of the academy, the NFRP is offering the FY24 NFRALA funding opportunity to solicit applications for an Academy Director and Deputy Director to lead the NFRA. The Academy Director and Deputy Director (referred to as Academy Leadership) must be established NF researchers and can be at different institutions. The Academy Leadership must demonstrate a strong record of mentoring and training early-career independent investigators, a commitment to leadership, the ability to articulate methods toward research collaborations, and the ability to objectively assess the progress of all Scholars in the NFRA. An objective of the NFRA leadership team is to establish the Academy structure in its first year and in subsequent years, conduct oversight of this activity. Other objectives will include execution of research that will engage NFRA FY25 Scholars (including subsequent-year Scholars), develop tools for Scholars to enable success, and provide opportunities to broaden their knowledge in NF disorders. The leadership team will identify and offer opportunities to network with other NFRP FY25 Early Investigator Research Award recipients (and subsequent year awardees) and NFRP FY25 New Investigator Award – Early-Stage Investigator (NIA – ESI) Award recipients (and subsequent year awardees). In the second stage of the academy, the NFRP anticipates release of funding opportunities for the Scholars who will conduct their research under the guidance of the NFRA leadership team. Funding Opportunity Number: HT942524NFRPNFRALA. Assistance Listing: 12.420. Funding Instrument: CA,G. Category: ST. Award Amount: $1.5M total program funding.
NOAA SBIR Program is sponsored by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) SBIR. The NOAA SBIR Program funds small businesses developing innovative products with strong commercial potential that align with NOAA's mission areas. High priority is given to proposals integrating NOAA Science & Technology Focus Areas like Uncrewed Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Data and Cloud Computing. The FY25 Phase I solicitation is closed.
Human-Computer Interaction (HC) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) SBIR. This topic supports entrepreneurs and startups in the early stages of developing innovative and novel Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) solutions. It focuses on designing computing systems that amplify human physical, cognitive, and social capabilities and translating research insights into commercializable applications. Technologies in this portfolio include multimedia and multimodal interfaces, brain-computer interfaces, intelligent and interactive user interfaces, affective computing, human state estimation, and methods for interaction with artificial intelligence.
Emergency Livestock Relief Program is sponsored by Department of Agriculture. The Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) provides direct financial assistance to livestock producers for losses incurred because of qualifying drought or wildfire in calendar year 2021. Phase 1 provided assistance to eligible livestock producers who faced increased supplemental feed costs resulting from forage losses whose data was on file with FSA due to their participation in the 2021 Livestock Forage Disaster Program. Phase 2 will provide additional assistance to Phase 1 producers who suffered additional eligible losses to winter grazing due to the severe impact drought and wildfires caused during the grazing period in calendar year 2021 that were not covered by Phase 1. This listing is currently active. Program number: 10.148. Last updated on 2026-02-03.
SBIR SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations is sponsored by U.S. Air Force. DOD SBIR topic SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations. Component: U.S. Air Force. Command: SDA. Solicitation: DoD SBIR 2025.4. Phase(s): D2PII, II, SPII. Status: Pre-Release. Open date: 3/4/2026.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (USDA NIFA) is sponsored by USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR and STTR programs offer competitively awarded grants to qualified small businesses for high-quality research related to important scientific problems and opportunities in agriculture that could lead to significant public benefits.
START Grant Program is sponsored by Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development and MassVentures. The SBIR Targeted Technologies (START) Grants help Massachusetts-based startups convert research developed under SBIR and STTR contracts into businesses and jobs in Massachusetts. START offers MA-based, SBIR Phase II companies grants and business guidance to help them commercialize their technologies.
SBIR Matching START Grant Program is a grant from MassVentures that funds Massachusetts-based startups converting SBIR and STTR research into commercial businesses and jobs in Massachusetts. The program offers a three-round structure: 16 Round 1 grants of $100,000, 7 Round 2 grants of $200,000 for top Round 1 performers, and 3 Round 3 seed capital opportunities of up to $500,000 each. Eligible applicants are Massachusetts-based small businesses that hold a federal SBIR or STTR Phase II award. Since 2012, the START Program has awarded $41.7 million to 141 companies that have collectively raised over $5.1 billion.
Department of Energy SBIR/STTR FY 2026 Phase I Release 2 is sponsored by Department of Energy. Though the deadline for Release 2 is recently passed as of March 2026, it is included for its alignment with Advanced Materials. Future cycles and 'Out-of-Cycle' supplements often cover advanced manufacturing and high-performance materials suitable for protective applications.
America's Seed Fund NSF SBIR Phase I is a grant from the National Science Foundation that provides non-dilutive seed capital of up to ,000 to early-stage startups for research and development of deep technologies based on discoveries in fundamental science and engineering. Since 1977, the program has funded approximately 400 companies per year across nearly all technology areas and markets, including artificial intelligence, energy, medical devices, robotics, and semiconductors. NSF takes no equity in funded companies, allowing founders to retain full control over their team, direction, and intellectual property. Applications are evaluated based on technological innovativeness, commercial potential, and possible societal impact. Eligibility is limited to for-profit U.S. small businesses with fewer than 500 employees. The program encourages participation from first-time entrepreneurs across all 50 states and U.S. territories.
AFWERX 26.1 SBIR Phase I Open Topic is a grant from the U.S. Department of the Air Force that funds small businesses to conduct feasibility studies on innovative technology solutions that could benefit Air Force warfighters. The Open Topic serves as the primary entry point for commercial technology companies to begin working with the Department of the Air Force. Phase I awards range from $75,000 to $150,000 for a three-month period of performance, during which the small business identifies Air Force end users and customers and obtains a Customer Memorandum of intent. Successful Phase I companies may progress to Phase II or Direct to Phase II. Eligible applicants are U.S. small businesses seeking to address Air Force challenges through commercial innovation. The deadline for the 26.1 cycle was March 6, 2026.
Mobile Health (mHealth): Technology and Outcomes in Low and Middle Income Countries is a grant from the Fogarty International Center at NIH that funds research on mobile health technologies and their outcomes in low and middle income countries. Administered as an R21/R33 Phased Innovation Award, this funding opportunity supports studies that leverage mHealth tools to address health challenges in resource-limited settings. Participating NIH components include FIC, NEI, NIBIB, NICHD, NIDCD, NIMH, and NCI. Applications must align with the mission of the participating institutes. The program accommodates clinical trial optional designs. Award amounts vary by application and institute. The deadline for the most recent cycle was March 20, 2026.
Department of Defense (DoD) SBIR/STTR BAA & CSO Release 5 is a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense SBIR/STTR Program that funds innovative research and development by U.S. small businesses addressing specific defense technology needs across military departments and agencies. The program releases multiple topic areas per cycle through Broad Agency Announcements (BAA) and Commercial Solutions Openings (CSO), covering areas such as advanced materials, sensors, software, and autonomous systems. Eligible applicants are U.S. small business concerns; both Phase I proposals and Direct-to-Phase II proposals are accepted. Awards are typically up to $250,000 for Phase I and up to $2 million for Direct-to-Phase II. The most recent deadline was March 25, 2026.
Creative Communities Grants is a grant from the Wisconsin Arts Board that funds arts education, cultural understanding, and community arts development projects throughout Wisconsin. Awards range from $1,500 to $6,000 with a required one-to-one match. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations, local government entities, and educational institutions in Wisconsin. Projects must be collaborative, less than three years old or represent a newly expanded dimension of an existing program. The application process is two-phased, beginning with an Intent to Apply followed by a full application upon invitation. For FY27, the program also includes a special one-time America250 grant opportunity. Applicants must choose between the Creative Communities program and the Creation and Presentation program and may not apply to both.
FY 2026 NIST Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I is an annual federal funding opportunity from the National Institute of Standards and Technology offering up to $100,000 to U.S. small businesses with 500 or fewer employees. The program supports science and technology-based firms conducting research and development in measurement science, standards, and related NIST priority areas. Applicants must have strong research capabilities aligned with topics listed in the annual Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on Grants.gov. Phase II awards are available only to businesses that successfully complete Phase I projects. The application deadline is April 1, 2026.
SBIR FY 2026 Phase I Notice of Funding Opportunity is sponsored by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The SBIR FY 2026 Phase I Notice of Funding Opportunity is a grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) that supports small businesses in developing innovative technologies aligned with NIST research priorities.
NIST SBIR Phase I - Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics is sponsored by National Institute of Standards and Technology. NIST SBIR Phase I - Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics is a grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) that funds small businesses with innovative research and technology ideas in advanced manufacturing and robotics.
Digital Health (DH) Grant (NSF SBIR) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). This grant supports entrepreneurs and startups in the earliest stages of developing innovative, differentiated, and novel technologies that aim to improve physical or mental well-being or health, enable or assist individuals to increase or regain independence and quality of life, and improve healthcare delivery, including efficiency, reducing cost, or improving outcomes. Technologies in this portfolio include those applying AI in healthcare, personalized medicine, EHR/EMR, clinical decision support, and smart/connected medical devices. Specific sub-topics include Healthcare Workflow, Economics, and Delivery.
The DOE Genesis Mission is a landmark $293 million Request for Applications (DE-FOA-0003612) seeking interdisciplinary teams to accelerate scientific discovery using novel AI models and frameworks. Launched under President Trump's executive order on November 24, 2025, the Genesis Mission directs DOE and its 17 national laboratories to build a shared research platform integrating supercomputers, experimental facilities, AI systems, and massive scientific datasets. The RFA addresses over 20 national challenges spanning advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, critical materials, nuclear fission and fusion, quantum information science, semiconductors, discovery science, and energy systems. The initiative includes four major components: the American Science Cloud (AmSC), the Transformational AI Models Consortium (ModCon), robotics and automation projects, and foundational AI awards. Phase I provides $500K-$750K for 9-month feasibility studies, while Phase II funds $6M-$16M for 3-year full-scale AI research and development. Phase I applications and Phase II letters of intent are due April 28, 2026, with Phase II full applications due May 19, 2026.
Navy SBIR Phase I - Develop Low-Cost, Lightweight, Flexible Printed Organic Thermoelectric Cooling Films is a Department of Defense Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract opportunity seeking development of flexible thermoelectric cooling films using printed organic semiconductors. The goal is to create lightweight, low-cost cooling films with a bending radius of less than one inch, suitable for cooling warfighters at small scale or military platform surfaces at larger scale. The films must conform to curved surfaces including wrists, ankles, and complex geometries. Awards of $240,000 are available for Phase I development. Eligible applicants are for-profit, U.S.-owned and controlled companies with 500 or fewer employees, including affiliates. The application deadline is April 29, 2026.
The Lilly Endowment has launched a landmark Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education (AIHE) initiative with up to $500 million in total funding to help Indiana colleges and universities address challenges and opportunities arising from rapid advances in AI technologies. Phase 2 Implementation Grants range from $5 million to $25 million per institution based on enrollment, with proposals due May 1, 2026. Phase 2 Collaboration Grants allocate up to $200 million for multi-institutional collaborative projects, with concept papers due May 1, 2026 and full proposals by invitation due September 25, 2026. The initiative aims to improve student outcomes and workplace readiness through institutional AI transformation projects. Phase 1 Planning Grants of $125,000-$300,000 were awarded in late 2025.
ACCEL-KS Kansas SBIR/STTR Matching Program is a state grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce providing up to $250,000 to Kansas-based businesses and early-stage companies that have received federal SBIR or STTR awards. The program accelerates the commercialization of innovative research and technology by supplementing federal Phase I and Phase II awards with state matching funds. Eligible applicants include businesses, researchers, and early-stage companies operating in Kansas that hold qualifying federal SBIR or STTR awards. The program helps Kansas innovators advance technology from research to market.
Assessing Security of Encrypted Messaging Applications (ASEMA) is sponsored by Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA). This DARPA SBIR Direct to Phase II solicitation seeks novel approaches to defend Secure Messaging Applications (SMAs) by modeling their security risks and recommending defensive measures. The goal is to design and develop prototype models, frameworks, and methods of evaluation to protect SMAs from real-world attacks. Phase II will culminate in a demonstration showing compelling use cases for commercial opportunities or insertion into a DARPA program for automated vulnerability discovery in cybersecurity applications.
Affordable Ka-Band Metamaterial-Based Electronically Scanned Array Radar for Test and Training (A254-049) is sponsored by U.S. Army (Army FUZE Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)). This topic seeks low-cost Ka-Band radar solutions through advancements in metamaterials to mimic the performance of an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) without the high cost. Software-related technologies and any other applicable advanced technologies should be analyzed and utilized.
Affordable Ka-Band Metamaterial-Based Electronically Scanned Array Radar for Test and Training is sponsored by U.S. Army (Army FUZE SBIR/STTR Program). This Army SBIR topic seeks low-cost Ka-Band radar solutions through advancements in metamaterials to mimic the performance of an Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA). This is relevant to XRComm Inc.'
ACRE3 Technical Report funding requests is a precursor grant from the Colorado Department of Agriculture that funds technical site assessments and reports for agricultural producers in Colorado exploring irrigation and hydropower project feasibility before applying for implementation grants. This technical report phase is the first step in the ACRE3 program process, allowing producers to evaluate whether their operations are suitable for irrigation system upgrades or small-scale hydropower development. Colorado agricultural producers are eligible to apply; completion of a technical report is a requirement before applying for ACRE3 implementation grants. There is no specified award amount; applications must be submitted by May 15, 2026.
The Genesis Mission: Transforming Science and Energy with AI (Phase II) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This phase of the Genesis Mission supports larger, three-year projects for interdisciplinary teams using AI to tackle complex national scientific and energy challenges, including biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, critical materials, quantum information science, and nuclear …
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After a disruptive pause, NSF has reopened its SBIR/STTR programs with $250 million for deep-tech startups — including a $40M scientific-instrumentation pilot and a new Strategic Breakthrough track that can reach $30 million. The first Project Pitch deadline is July 27, 2026. Here is how the reopened pipeline works, why the Project Pitch is the real gate, and how founders should sequence a submission before the window narrows.
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Read articleS. 3971 reauthorized SBIR/STTR through September 2031, but the interesting parts are buried in the fine print: higher award ceilings, proposal-submission caps, a new $30M late-stage mechanism, and NSF's $250M restart with a July 27 deadline. Here's what actually changed and how to position for it.
Read articleARPA-H's 2026 SBIR/STTR BAA opens seven transformative health topics with $600K Phase I and $3.5M Phase II contracts — non-dilutive, milestone-driven money. The July 10 Solution Summary gate decides who ever gets to pitch. Here's how the ARPA-H model differs from NIH and how small health-tech firms actually get through the funnel.
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Read articleNSF 26-510 is the first SBIR/STTR solicitation written under the 2026 reauthorization — $305,000 Phase I awards, a mandatory Project Pitch gate, and a new instrumentation pilot. This is the deep dive on the deadlines, the eligibility math, and how a deep-tech startup should sequence the July 27 window.
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