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SBIR STTR Strategic Breakthrough Awards is sponsored by Various Federal Agencies (DoD, NIH, NSF, DOE, NASA). This new post-Phase II funding mechanism provides substantial capital for breakthrough innovations, including AI, autonomous systems, biotechnology, and other critical technologies that require significant follow-on investment after Phase II.
It aims to accelerate the commercialization of capital-intensive AI technologies, such as frontier model training, robotics platforms, AI-enabled medical devices, and AI-powered defense systems.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S. for-profit small businesses (500 or fewer employees) that have completed at least one prior Phase II SBIR or STTR award. Requires 100% matching funds from private capital or qualifying non-SBIR government sources and demonstrated market validation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
SBIR STTR Strategic Breakthrough Awards is funded by Various Federal Agencies (DoD, NIH, NSF, DOE, NASA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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