PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
To develop knowledge that can be used in preventing occupational diseases and injuries. Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) objectives are: to stimulate technological innovation; use small business to meet Federal research and development needs; increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal research and development; and foster and encourage participation by minority and disadvantaged persons in technological innovation.

ELIGIBLE FUNCTIONAL CATEGORIES:
1. HEALTH;
- Alcoholism, Drug Abuse and Mental Health - Research;
- Occupational Safety and Health;

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM THIS PROGRAM:
- Public nonprofit institution/organization;
- Private non-profit institution/organization;
- Other private institution/organization;
- Health Professional;
- Scientist/Researcher;

WHO CAN APPLY:
- State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals);
- Local (includes State-designated Indian Tribes, excludes institutions of higher education and hospitals);
- U.S. Territories and possessions (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals);
- Specialized group (e.g. health professionals, students, veterans);
- Private non-profit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals);