NSF SBIR
Government
US government grant program providing non-dilutive R&D funding to early-stage startups developing breakthrough technologies.
Alexandria, United States · 12+ investments
Pre-Seed
Seed
Artificial Intelligence
Biotech
Deep Tech
Energy
Advanced Manufacturing
Climate Tech
Clean Tech
Healthcare
Science & Engineering
- Headquarters
- Alexandria, United States
- Founded
- 1977
- Website
- seedfund.nsf.gov
- Total Investments
- 12
- Last Investment
- Aug 2025
- Geographic Focus
- United States
Investment Thesis
Non-dilutive federal grants for US small businesses conducting use-inspired R&D on unproven, leading-edge technology innovations with commercial potential.
NSF SBIR is a Government firm based in Alexandria, United States. It has made 12 investments. Focus areas include Artificial Intelligence and Biotech.
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