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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, USDA, DOE, DOD, DOT, EPA, NASA, NSF, ED, HHS, DOI, NOAA). The SBIR program provides competitively awarded grants to qualified small businesses for high-quality research and development (R&D) that has the potential for commercialization.
It's often referred to as America's Seed Fund and encourages scientific excellence and technological innovation across various fields.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit U.S. small businesses (no more than 500 employees) engaged in scientific research and development. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: $50,000 - $250,000; Phase II: up to $750,000 - $1,000,000+. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is funded by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, USDA, DOE, DOD, DOT, EPA, NASA, NSF, ED, HHS, DOI, NOAA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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