Phase I grants support small businesses in testing the feasibility of research and development ideas that could improve the lives of people with disabilities; 11 six-month grants are available.
Four 24-month Phase II grants support small businesses developing products that improve health, community living, or employment outcomes for people with disabilities.
Supports U.S. small businesses in bringing scientific innovations to market through feasibility studies and later research and development, with clinical trials optional.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Matching Grant Program supports Arkansas technology businesses with matching funds for federally funded SBIR work to spur innovation, growth, and high-tech jobs.
USDA Phase II funding supports small business research, technological innovation, commercialization, and cooperative partnerships with research institutions.
NIH supports later-stage research and development for previously funded small business Phase II projects, bridging the gap to commercialization.