The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Small Business Informatics Tools for the Pangenome," aimed at supporting small business concerns (SBCs) in developing innovative informatics tools that enhance the use of the human pangenome reference. This initiative specifically seeks Phase I Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) applications that demonstrate the technical merit and commercial viability of these tools, targeting various sectors within genomics, including clinical and functional genomics. The program is designed to foster small business participation in genomics technology development, ultimately improving health outcomes through advanced genomic capabilities and data analysis tools. Eligible applicants can request funding up to $400,000 over a one-year period, with key deadlines for letter of intent and application submissions set for early 2025. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov.