Small Business Transition Grant for New Entrepreneurs
Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), National Institutes of Health (NIH), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Phase I: Up to $306,872
Phase II: Up to $2,045,816
Project duration: 6 months for Phase I, 2 years for Phase II
To support early-career scientists transitioning to entrepreneurship
To foster entrepreneurial development and conduct research and development
Early-career scientists
Small business concerns (SBCs)
Public health and biomedical technology sectors
Federal funding from HHS
Grant funding through the SBIR program
Recurring grant opportunity with multiple application deadlines
Small business concerns (SBCs) organized for profit
Organizations must be located in the United States
PDs/PIs should have research skills but limited entrepreneurial experience
Encouragement for diverse backgrounds among PDs/PIs
Biomedical and public health technology development
Entrepreneurial training and mentorship
Early-career scientists and health professionals
Successful transition of researchers to entrepreneurial roles
Development of promising technologies and products
Experience in scientific discovery or technology development
Proposals must include clear, quantitative milestones
Phase I: Up to $306,872
Phase II: Up to $2,045,816
Direct costs, indirect costs, and fees are eligible
Open Date: August 05, 2024
Multiple application deadlines through 2027
Annual reporting required for progress and financials
Compliance with NIH Grants Policy Statement
Career development plan for PD/PI
Mentor letter of support
Holistic assessment of mentorship and entrepreneurial training