NSF SBIR/STTR: Developing Deep Technologies
Closes Nov 4
U.S. National Science Foundation
NSF SBIR/STTR Pilot Emphasis on Scientific Instrumentation
Neuroscience, Materials Science and Physics of Life SBIR/STTR award from U.S. National Science Foundation
Apply by Wednesday, Nov 4
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NSF funding for startups and small businesses developing next-generation scientific instruments, experimental platforms and enabling technologies for research.
Eligibility
Career stage: Not stated
Institution applies
Host location: United States
Reviewed Sep 24, 2026. Check the funder’s full conditions before applying.
Eligible U.S. startups and small businesses must follow the current NSF 26-511 phase and submission requirements.
Topics
NSF fundingstartupssmall businessesnext-generation scientific instrumentsexperimental platformsenabling technologiesresearch
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