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ActiveVarious Federal Agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, Department of Energy, National Science Foundation, NASA, USDA, NIH) · 2026

Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program

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Agency: Various Federal Agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, Department of Energy, National Science Foundation, NASA, USDA, NIH)
Funding: Phase I: $50,000 - $250,000; Phase II: $750,000 - $1.8 million+
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: For-profit U. S. small businesses with no more than 500 employees, partnered with a U. S. non-profit research institution.

About This Grant

The STTR program expands funding opportunities in the federal innovation research and development arena by requiring a partnership between a small business and a non-profit research institution (like a university or federally funded research and development center).

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Eligibility Requirements

For-profit U. S. small businesses with no more than 500 employees, partnered with a U. S. non-profit research institution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit U. S. small businesses with no more than 500 employees, partnered with a U. S. non-profit research institution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program offer?

The current listing shows phase I: $50,000 - $250,000; Phase II: $750,000 - $1.8 million+. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program?

Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is funded by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, Department of Energy, National Science Foundation, NASA, USDA, NIH). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

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