Sample Applications for SBIR/STTR

Application Instructions

To help applicants navigate the submission process, NIH has compiled an extensive instruction manual (SF424) that provides complete details on filling out the forms that go into a successful application submission. Understanding the application process is critical to successfully submitting your application.

Applicants should use the SF424 instructions, together with the forms and information found in the funding opportunity announcement, to complete the application.

Annotated Application Form

The funding opportunity and associated application guide remain the official documents for defining application requirements.

For targeted NOFOs, please see additional requirements outline in announcement.

Real-life successful SBIR and STTR applications

Review sample successful applications from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease (NIAID) and the National Institute on Aging (NIA).

Funded CompanyApplication TypeTechnology TypeApplication Links
CareBandSBIR, Phase I, OriginalFDA-regulated therapeutic and diagnostic devices
CareBandSBIR, Phase I, ResubmissionFDA-regulated therapeutic and diagnostic devices
Care.coachSBIR, Phase I, OriginalHealth IT (not-FDA regulated)
Care.coachSBIR, Phase I, ResubmissionHealth IT (not-FDA regulated)
BioFire Diagnostics, LLC.SBIR, Phase I, OriginalFDA-regulated therapeutic and diagnostic devices
MBio Diagnostics, Inc.SBIR, Phase II, OriginalFDA-regulated therapeutic and diagnostic devices
Crossroads ConsultingSBIR, Phase II, OriginalFDA-regulated therapeutic and diagnostic devices
OP-T-MUNE, Inc.STTR, Phase I, OriginalPharmaco-Therapeutic (small molecule or biologic)
CorticoMetricsSTTR, Fast Track, OriginalFDA-regulated therapeutic and diagnostic devices
CorticoMetricsSTTR, Fast Track, ResubmissionFDA-regulated therapeutic and diagnostic devices

Review additional sample application on the NIAID’s and NIA’s website.