Photonics Research and Development

The National Science Foundation is seeking proposals for research and development of new photonics technologies, including lasers, LEDs, radiation detectors, and optical systems.

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NSF 26-510
Jul 07, 2027 12:00 PM
May 22, 2026 12:00 PM
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Photonics

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The National Science Foundation (NSF) is soliciting proposals for the Photonics topic under its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program. The topic addresses the research and development of new materials, devices, components, and systems that have the potential for revolutionary change in the optics and photonics industries. Photonic technologies can include anything generally operating in or using photons in the electromagnetic spectrum, from gamma rays down to long radio waves. Examples include lasers, various light emitting diode technologies (LED, OLED, QLED), radiation detectors, photonic integrated circuits, optical systems, and novel communications technologies. The solicitation is open with multiple due dates, and proposals are sought from small businesses.

Classification Codes
NAICS541713Research and Development in Nanotechnology
PSC5980Optoelectronic Devices and Associated Hardware
Smart Codes
photonics researchoptical systemsphotonic integrated circuits
Specifications
Service Only
Timeline
May 22, 2026-Release Date
May 22, 2026-Open Date
Jul 27, 2026-Due Date 1
Nov 4, 2026-Due Date 2
Mar 4, 2027-Due Date 3
Jul 7, 2027-Close Date
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