Small Business Transition Grant for New Entrepreneurs (R43/R44 Clinical Trial Not Allowed)
ID: 353791Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Income Security and Social Services

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/353791

Additional Information

http://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-131.html
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    Description

    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering the Small Business Transition Grant for New Entrepreneurs (R43/R44 Clinical Trial Not Allowed) to support early-career scientists transitioning into entrepreneurship. This grant aims to facilitate the career development of investigators by providing entrepreneurial training, mentorship, and the opportunity to conduct research and development within small business concerns (SBCs). The initiative is particularly focused on fostering diversity among applicants and ensuring that Program Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs) develop the necessary skills to bridge scientific expertise with entrepreneurial capabilities in health-related fields. Interested applicants can find more information and apply by April 5, 2027, with Phase I budgets capped at $306,872. For inquiries, contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the additional information link at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/pa-files/PAR-24-131.html.

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    The funding opportunity provided by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) aims to support early-career scientists transitioning into entrepreneurship through the Small Business Transition Grant for New Entrepreneurs (R43/R44). This grant facilitates entrepreneurial training and mentorship, guiding researchers as they develop technologies that align with the NIH and CDC’s health missions. Eligible applicants include small business concerns (SBCs) that foster scientific talent while ensuring adequate entrepreneurial skill development among Program Directors/Principal Investigators (PDs/PIs). Key components of the funding include mandatory mentorship from experienced individuals and tailored entrepreneurial training for PDs/PIs. The program emphasizes diversity in applicants and encourages participation from underrepresented groups. Applications are expected to adhere strictly to guidelines, and all submissions must occur within specified deadlines, with Phase I budgets capped at $306,872. Ultimately, the initiative seeks to bridge the gap between scientific expertise and entrepreneurial skills necessary for successful commercialization in health-related fields.
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