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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs is sponsored by Multiple Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE, EPA, NASA, NOAA, USDA, DOD, DHHS, FDA, ARPA-H, CDC). These programs, collectively known as America's Seed Fund, offer non-dilutive funding to small businesses for research and development (R&D) of innovative technologies with high commercialization potential.
Many participating agencies, including NIH, NSF, DOE, EPA, NASA, and NOAA, fund projects related to biotechnology, climate tech, and clean energy solutions for various markets.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S. small businesses (500 or fewer employees), independently owned and operated, organized for-profit, with a principal place of business in the United States. STTR programs require a partnership with a non-profit research institution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: $50,000 - $323,090; Phase II: $750,000 - $2,153,927 (amounts vary by agency and phase). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs is funded by Multiple Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE, EPA, NASA, NOAA, USDA, DOD, DHHS, FDA, ARPA-H, CDC). 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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