Small Business Applicant Resources
Review examples of successful submissions.
See if your business is eligible to apply for NIA funding.
Get tips to help you build a successful application.
See the types of research NIA is interested in funding.
See how NIA supports underrepresented groups in biomedical research.
Find answers to common questions about small business funding.
Additional Resources
- NIH Applicant Assistance Program (AAP)
Apply for a free 10-week coaching program that provides customized assistance for each step and section of the SBIR or STTR application. - NIA Small Business Spotlights
Learn how NIA funding is enabling innovation at BioSensics and C₂N Diagnostics. - SBIR/STTR Application Process
View an interactive flowchart showing each step of the application process. - SBIR/STTR Application Guide (PDF, 4.43M)
Download the full NIH manual to guide you through the application process. - SBIR/STTR Local Resources
Access resources in your community that can help guide you through the application process. - Annotated Form Set for NIH SBIR Grant Applications (PDF, 4.05M)
Get guidance on filling out the application forms for SBIR and STTR applications. - NIH RePORTER
Use the database of NIH-supported research to see what has already been funded.
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