If your business carries out scientific research and development (R&D), you may qualify for federal grants under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer programs. These programs are found throughout the federal government with coordination services and support provided by the Small Business Administration.
SBIR and STTR programs are designed to encourage small businesses to undertake R&D projects that:
- Meet federal R&D objectives
- Have high potential for commercialization
Programs and grant information at government agencies
Here are links to information and resources related to SBIR and STTR programs at specific federal government agencies.
- U.S. Department of Agriculture
- U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
- U.S Department of Transportation
- U.S. Department of Defense
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- U.S. Department of Education
- National Science Foundation (NSF)
- U.S. Department of Energy
- National Institute of Standards and Technology
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration
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