NCI SBIR provides
funding, mentoring & networking assistance
for small businesses with next-generation cancer technologies.
NCI Funding during the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Due to the potential impact of the declared public health emergency caused by COVID-19, the NIH has issued multiple guide notices, incluing notice on late applications. If your business is affected by COVID-19, check the list of available measures on our Notices Page.
For updates on NCI extramural funding activities, please check NCI Director Dr. Norman E. Sharpless' post on the NCI Bottom Line blog.
What are the NCI SBIR & STTR Programs?
The SBIR & STTR Programs are one of the largest sources of early stage technology financing in the United States. We welcome entrepreneurs and small business leaders to this website to explore grant and contract funding opportunities.
Resources For
The NCI also provides funding opportunities for specific cancer technology projects.
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Success Stories
Learn how NCI SBIR & STTR Programs have helped small businesses with funding awards that help advance cancer research.
AntiCancer, the San Diego-based biotechnology company, was awarded Phase I and II SBIR grants and contracts that have led to the commercialization of three cancer research tools: MetaMouse®, AngioMouse®, and OncoBrite®.
Developed LuViva, a non-invasive medical device designed to instantly detect cervical disease in a point-of-care setting with a $2.5 million Bridge Award.
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Latest Announcements
NCI has issued new Request for Information (RFI) on cancer health disparities research and diversity in workforce. Click the notification number below for full solicitation.
- Seeking stakeholder input on enhancing cancer health disparities research: NOT-CA-21-066
- Seeking stakeholder input on enhancing diversity and inclusion in the cancer research workforce: NOT-CA-21-067
NCI SBIR has released two brand new funding opportunities for early career researchers and out-of-the-box thinkers!
- Small Business Transition Grant - Fast-Track funding opportunity for early career researchers
- Small Business Concept Award - Innovative projects addressing pediatric and/or rare cancers
Visit the funding pages to get more information.
We worked with the experts at the FDA to put together a curated list of helpful resources! Visit our FDA Resources page to get started.
NIH will no longer accept late applications due to delays in SAM registration or renewal, as GSA is no longer requiring entities to have an approved Entity Administrator notarized letter on file before their registration is activated. For the full announcement, please refer to NOT-OD-18-215.
System for Award Management (SAM) registration is FREE. You can always get free system and technical help through our supporting Federal Service Desk. In addition, Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) can provide free help with your SAM Registration – and other government contracting issues. Read more: HERE and HERE.
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