StartupDefense Tech & Dual-Use+ Hardware & ManufacturingGrantGovernment ProgramNon-dilutive
STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer)
Multiple federal agencies
BLUF — Bottom Line Up Front
·Five-second scanTotal time commitment
150-300 hours per proposal
Admittance criteria
Application + Committee Selection
Funding type
Non-Dilutive GrantNon-dilutive
Delivery mode
N/A
Academic backing
Strong
Best for
Startup
Eligibility
Small businesses partnered with research institutions (university, federal lab); 30%+ work at research institution.
Award
Similar to SBIR; agency-specific
Deadlines
Multiple cycles · Agency-specific
Notes
STTR formalizes academic collaboration; smaller pool, higher win rate.
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