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Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer Program (STTR) is sponsored by National Institute on Aging (NIA) / NIH. The NIA Small Business Programs support small businesses developing digital health and sensing technologies that address factors impacting the aging population, including Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and aim to reduce caregiving burden.
This includes assistive devices, robotics, sensors, and digital health products. The program specifically seeks proposals for technologies and interventions that promote healthy aging, support aging in place, improve care delivery, or reduce caregiving burden. It funds high-risk R&D and innovative technologies with commercial potential and societal impact.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S.-owned and operated small businesses and research institutions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $700,000 for Phase I (AD/ADRD projects), up to $3 Million for Phase II (AD/ADRD projects); Up to $500,000 for Phase I (other projects), up to $2.5 Million for Phase II (other projects). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer Program (STTR) are due January 5, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer Program (STTR) is funded by National Institute on Aging (NIA) / NIH. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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