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Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is sponsored by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, USDA, NIST). The STTR program is similar to SBIR but requires the small business to formally collaborate with a non-profit research institution. This program also supports high-risk, high-impact research and development with commercial potential.
Businesses focused on creative design or sustainable e-commerce through R&D partnerships with universities or federal labs might find this suitable.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit businesses with 500 or fewer employees. Requires a formal cooperative research and development (R&D) agreement with a U.S. non-profit research institution. Primarily U.S.-owned and controlled. Specific eligibility may vary by participating agency. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: Up to $323,090; Phase II: Up to $2,153,927 (amounts can vary by agency and may be higher with waivers). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is funded by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, USDA, NIST). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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