The U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has announced its 2019 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I funding opportunity. This program aims to support small businesses in conducting federally-funded research and development projects with potential for commercialization. NIST has expanded the scope of research topics this year, encouraging greater innovation and creativity among participating small businesses.
The SBIR program supports research at the forefront of measurement science, ensuring the U.S. measurement system is based on sound scientific principles. It provides measurement tools and standards to industry, academia, and other federal agencies, strengthening U.S. competitiveness and security. Small businesses can apply in areas including advanced communications, manufacturing, cybersecurity, quantum science, health measurements, physical infrastructure, and exploratory measurement science.
NIST promotes U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness through its work in measurement science, standards, and technology, enhancing economic security and quality of life.
Source: https://www.nist.gov/news-events/news/2019/03/nist-announces-2019-opportunities-small-businesses
Keywords: Quantum, Measurement, Dissemination
