NSF SBIR/STTR Phase I
Administered by National Science Foundation
About this grant
The NSF SBIR/STTR program funds startups and small businesses to conduct deep-tech research that aligns with NSF's research priorities.
Key facts
Eligibility requirements
All of the following criteria must be met:
- US small businesses with fewer than 500 employees
- Must propose research in an NSF priority area
- Principal investigator employed by the company
- Company must be for-profit and US-based
What the funding covers
- Principal investigator salary
- Research staff costs
- Equipment and supplies
- Subcontracting (limited)
How to apply
- 1Check NSF SBIR topic areas
- 2Submit Project Pitch via Research.gov
- 3If invited, submit full proposal
- 4Review process takes approximately 6 months
Application tips
Grant details are sourced from official public databases and reviewed weekly. Eligibility criteria, funding amounts, and deadlines may change without notice. Always confirm details on the National Science Foundation website before applying.
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