The FBI's disruption of a plot to attack the UFC event at the White House using explosive-laden drones made headlines overnight. But for those of us working at the intersection of deep-tech and federal funding, the urgency of counter-drone technology was already...
A few days ago NIH, CDC, and FDA reissued the full slate of parent announcements that carry small companies from feasibility all the way through commercialization. Solicitations are available now! The next submission date is September 5, 2026 but you can submit...
Video Transcript Grant Engine · Theranova · Ova Solutions April 20, 2026 Participants Sam Tetlow - Founder & CEO, Grant Engine · Host Dr. Dan Burnett - Founder & CEO, Theranova Dr. Lisa Voronkova - Founder & CEO, Ova Solutions Key Takeaways from this...
The SBIR and STTR programs are officially on their way back after a five-month hiatus! This is an exciting time but now is not a time for defense startups to celebrate, it is a time to prepare for the colossal opportunity ahead.What Happened and the Makings of the...
Understanding SBIR/STTR paylines is essential for assessing your funding chances. This guide breaks down current paylines by NIH Institute—including key insights on the NHLBI payline—to help small businesses navigate impact scores, funding thresholds, and strategic opportunities.
Negotiations are moving from talking points to real legislative text. The biggest issue is the cap per year per company. There is meaningful convergence on Phase III transition and modernization and a new “strategic
breakthrough” pathway would enable Phase II awards up to $30M with 100% matching funds and faster award timelines, for certain agency, company, and product combinations.
A major independent review of the Department of Defense SBIR and STTR programs lands on a clear conclusion: these programs work, they create real defense capability, and they strengthen the innovation ecosystem. The report’s most important recommendation is to make them permanent, because their impact is proven and strategic.
The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program remains in limbo as negotiations between key senators have reached an impasse. With no clear timeline for resolution, research teams and startups need to
understand what’s happening and how to move forward strategically.
Grant Engine offers the latest government shutdown updates, SBIR/STTR policy changes, and what applicants should prepare for ahead of the January 5 SBIR deadline.
Grant Engine CEO Sam Tetlow shares how our team is helping innovators, researchers, and technology leaders move forward with confidence during the present government shutdown.