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Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs SBIR/STTR: Developing Deep Technologies that Advance U.S. Competitiveness and Security is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP).
Provides non-dilutive seed funding to U.S.-based small businesses and startups to conduct feasibility research and development (R&D) on deep technologies with strong commercial potential. Note that an official Project Pitch invitation is required before a full proposal can be submitted.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organized as a for-profit small business in the United States, meeting SBA size and ownership criteria as outlined in the solicitation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $305,000 for Phase I (Standard Grant). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs SBIR/STTR: Developing Deep Technologies that Advance U.S. Competitiveness and Security are due November 4, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs SBIR/STTR: Developing Deep Technologies that Advance U.S. Competitiveness and Security is funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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NSF Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs SBIR/STTR: Developing Deep Technologies that Advance U.S. Competitiveness and Security is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP). Supports small businesses and startups performing research and development (R&D) on deep technologies—including advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and automated systems.
U.S. National Science Foundation State and Regional Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Hubs is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP). This program supports the expansion of advanced computing and AI infrastructure through regional partnerships. It provides researchers with broader access to resources to accelerate scientific discovery and innovation and aims to develop a skilled AI workforce. While broader than faculty development, these hubs often include components for training and education that could involve faculty.
Critical Minerals and Materials Innovation is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This is a Phase II opportunity that supports eligible technologies building on prior DOE-supported research related to critical minerals and materials. Projects should focus on prototype development, technical validation, market entry, and commercialization, potentially involving rare earth recovery and AI process control.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program, Phase I is sponsored by Administration for Community Living (ACL) NIDILRR. The purpose of the Federal SBIR program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting Federal research or research and development (R/R&D) needs, and improve the return on investment from Federally-funded research for economic and social benefits to the nation. The specific purpose of ACL's SBIR program is to improve the lives of people with disabilities through R/R&D products generated by small businesses, and to increase the commercial application of ACL-supported research results and development products.
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