[U.S. National Science Foundation](https://www.nsf.gov)

May 31, 2010 | February 18, 2026 | May 31, 2026 (annual window: Oct 1–May 31)

No specified ceiling; supplements cover cost of annual I/UCRC membership for SBIR/STTR grantees.

Provides supplemental funding for SBIR/STTR grantees to join NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Centers (I/UCRCs) to foster innovation and collaborative research.

--- ## Description This NSF supplemental opportunity enables current Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grantees to request additional funding in order to purchase annual memberships in Industry/University Cooperative Research Centers (I/UCRCs). The goal is to accelerate the innovation process by fostering collaborations between small businesses focused on commercialization and academic researchers addressing industry needs. Membership in an I/UCRC provides access to collaborative research, networking, and industry-driven research outcomes. --- ## Due Dates - May 31, 2010 (original closing date) - February 18, 2026 (current closing date for applications) - May 31, 2026 (next annual closing date; proposals accepted annually October 1 through May 31) All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates. --- ## Funding Amount - No specified maximum or minimum award amount. - Supplements are intended to cover the cost of an annual I/UCRC membership for eligible SBIR/STTR grantees. - The number of awards and total program funding are not pre-set; awards are made as justified by supplemental requests. --- ## Eligibility - Open to current NSF SBIR and STTR grantees. - Eligible applicants are generally unrestricted, but the supplement is specifically for SBIR/STTR awardees seeking to join an I/UCRC. - No cost-sharing or matching requirement. --- ## Application Process - Submit a supplemental funding request through the NSF system, following the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). - Proposals must adhere to requirements in the current PAPPG and the specific instructions of this supplemental opportunity. - Contact the program coordinator prior to submitting a request to discuss eligibility and fit. - Proposals are accepted annually from October 1 through May 31. --- ## Additional Information - Supplements are intended to facilitate partnerships between small businesses and academic research centers to address industry needs. - Applicants should review the latest NSF research security and compliance requirements. - Award conditions and requirements are governed by the PAPPG and relevant federal regulations. --- ## External Links - [NSF Program Description 09-5761](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=503192) - [Grants.gov listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/50283) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg) - [NSF SBIR/STTR Programs Home](http://www.nsf.gov/eng/iip/sbir/) - [NSF I/UCRC Program Home](http://www.nsf.gov/eng/iip/iucrc/) - [Dear Colleague Letter: SBIR/STTR Memberships in I/UCRCs](https://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf09065) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Organization | |---------------------|-----------------------------|---------------|--------------| | Glenn H. Larsen | [glarsen@nsf.gov](mailto:glarsen@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-8383 | ENG/IIP | | NSF Grants.gov Support | [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) | N/A | NSF | | NSF General Info | [info@nsf.gov](mailto:info@nsf.gov) | 1-703-292-5111 | NSF |

Supplemental Opportunity for SBIR/STTR Memberships in I/UCRCs

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