Small Business Grants
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Overview
NINDS is committed to helping small business concerns commercialize their technologies through its grant funding, technical assistance program participation, and outreach at meetings.
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Areas of Interest
The NINDS accepts a broad range of small business applications that are significant, innovative, and relevant to its mission. Those interested in human subject research should consider specific funding opportunities and relevant application information.
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Budget Information
Applicants should follow budget guidelines for the specific program announcements to which they have applied. There are topics which may require funds above typical budget caps.
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Small Business Grant Timeline
It takes at least 9 months after submission for a successful application to receive an award.
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Award Information
NINDS staff will contact you or your institution if your application is approved for funding to discuss the award start date and the funding level of project.
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Entrepreneurial Resources
The NINDS SBIR/ STTR program is committed to offering potential applicants and current awardees the resources to be successful in commercializing their technology.