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The SBIR and STTR programs were reauthorized on April 13, 2026. Currently, NIH has no active SBIR or STTR Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs). Future NOFOs are forecasted at Grants.gov prior to opening for applications. The next standard receipt date is September 5, 2026.
Learn if your company is eligible for NIH SBIR or STTR funding, how to apply, and what to expect during each step of the application process. Multiple registrations are required to prepare your application and apply for funding.
The NIH is actively turning discovery into health by helping small businesses develop innovative technologies that improve health and save lives. See how.
Business consults cover a myriad of topics – one at a time. Being a CEO or product development lead can be intimidating. SEED's Entrepreneurs in Residence are available on an ad hoc basis to help. When requesting a business consult, innovators provide specific questions focused on a single topic area for which they would like experienced advice. An incomplete list of topics addressed includes sales, marketing, commercial strategy, corporate development, fundraising, valuation, product positioning, and value proposition.