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U.S. National Science Foundation

SBIR/STTR: deep-technology R&D

Non-dilutive R&D support for high-risk technology with commercialization potential.

Three entities. Separate paths.Oct 1, 2026
Published research snapshot
Funding / contract value
Phase I up to $305,000
Amount basis
Per award; not guaranteed
Deadline as published
Nov 4 · 5:00 PM submitting organization’s local time
Entry route
Eligibility check
Evidence
Official page
Reference
NSF 26-510
WHY IT FITS · ANALYST ASSESSMENT

Potential route for a technically novel evaluation, data or agent-reliability research project; ordinary implementation services are not sufficient.

Recommended next action

Validate ownership, principal-investigator and registration requirements; check Project Pitch invitation status before preparing a full proposal.

Eligibility

Eligible U.S. small businesses only. The PI’s primary employment must be with the company. STTR requires a qualifying research institution.

Requirements to verify

  • Phase I/Fast-Track require a Project Pitch invitation.
  • Phase II is for eligible NSF Phase I awardees—not a new-applicant award.
  • Verify the controlling SBA ownership and U.S. performance rules.
Eligibility and complete application documents must be checked before any submission.

Official links and evidence

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