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Montana Innovation Uninterrupted SBIR/STTR Programs Continue to Propel Business Forward

May 14, 2025/

The stability of federal programs for research & development is a concern for many. And we share this concern. However, we want to reassure our clients that the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are not only operational but continue to thrive at most agencies.

 

Despite uncertainties, various federal agencies have active solicitations or are preparing to announce new opportunities. The Department of Defense remains a robust source of support for innovative ventures. The National Science Foundation (NSF) is actively engaging small businesses in cutting-edge research and development projects. Likewise, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) continues to be a pillar for funding health-related innovations.


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