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NIH has no active Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) solicitations because the legislative authority for the programs expired on October 1, 2025. Current recipients should direct any questions to their Program Officer. See NOT-OD-26-006 .

SBIR/STTR Overview- Fact Sheet

Download and print our NIH SBIR/STTR Factsheet to learn about the goals of the program, differences between SBIR and STTR, program phases, and an overview of the application and review process.

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