Understanding SBIR Grants and the Pathways of Federal Funding

Investment in a project can come from many sides. In past episodes, we have discussed venture capitalism, private investors, strategic partnerships, and other creative approaches to raising capital. This time, we turn to federal funding in the form of small business innovation research (SBIR) grants. Host Shravani Durbhakula, MD, is joined by Henry Ahn, Director of the SBIR Grant and Small Business Technology Transfer Grant Programs at the National Science Foundation, to discuss these grants and how pain medicine innovators can improve their chances of obtaining one.