
There are several ways to partner with PPPL using federal funding. They include federal contracts and grants, as well as opportunities for small business, minority-businesses, and disadvantaged-owned businesses.
The mission of SBIR/STTR programs is “to support scientific excellence and technological innovation through the investment of Federal research funds in critical American priorities to build a strong national economy… one small business at a time.” (SBIR.gov)
These programs:
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Support R&D and financing of cutting-edge technologies
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Set aside approximately $2.5 billion annually
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Grant approximately 160,000 awards
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Issue approximately 10 patents per day
Primary program Goals:
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To meet federal research and development needs
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To increase private-sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development funding
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To stimulate technological innovation
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To foster and encourage participation in innovation and entrepreneurship by socially and economically disadvantaged persons
PPPL’s partner funding mechanisms:
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