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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by Multiple Federal Agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, Department of Education, USDA, etc.). The SBIR program, also known as America's Seed Fund, encourages small businesses to engage in research and development (R&D) that has the potential for commercialization.
It provides non-dilutive funding to develop technology from concept to prototype and beyond. Many federal departments participate, and it specifically supports the development of products and technologies, including instrumentation and hardware systems.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: US-based, for-profit companies under 500 employees with an R&D focus. No single venture capital company can own more than a 50% share. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: $50,000 - $275,000; Phase II: $500,000 - $1.8 million (amounts vary by agency). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is funded by Multiple Federal Agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, Department of Education, USDA, etc.). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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