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Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs : A Pilot Emphasis on Scientific Instrumentation (NSF 26-511) is sponsored by U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF SBIR/STTR programs invest in startups and small businesses to turn high-risk, high-impact research into market-ready innovations, including those in Artificial Intelligence.
This program has a pilot emphasis on scientific instrumentation, encompassing novel instrumentation necessary for AI-driven discoveries. It supports R&D costs for developing next-generation scientific instrumentation.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Startups and small businesses located in the United States with fewer than 500 employees. At least 50% of the company's equity must be owned by U.S. citizens or permanent residents. The principal investigator must be legally employed at least 20 hours a week by the company. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: up to $305,000; Phase II: up to $1,250,000; Fast-Track: up to $400,000 (Phase I) and $1,155,000 (Phase II). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research / Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, Fast-Track Programs : A Pilot Emphasis on Scientific Instrumentation (NSF 26-511) is funded by U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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