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SBIR Phase I — US Small Business Innovation is sponsored by US Federal Government (across 11 agencies including NIH, DOE, NSF, DoD, DARPA). The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program provides early-stage funding for highly innovative R&D projects. Active funding areas include blockchain for federal applications, decentralized identity, AI safety, and quantum computing.
It is non-dilutive and open to US-based small businesses.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: US-based for-profit small businesses; under 500 employees; more than 50% US-owned; Principal Investigator employed at the company. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $295,000 (Phase I); Up to $2,000,000 (Phase II); Unlimited (Phase III). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for SBIR Phase I — US Small Business Innovation are due September 14, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
SBIR Phase I — US Small Business Innovation is funded by US Federal Government (across 11 agencies including NIH, DOE, NSF, DoD, DARPA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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