National Science Foundation ^Investor

The National Science Foundation supports research and education in science and engineering through grants and non-dilutive funding programs. It offers financial support to startups developing science and technology innovations, particularly through early-stage research and development efforts. Through America's Seed Fund, authorized under the Small Business Innovation Research program, the foundation provides resources to mitigate technical risks and advance commercially viable technologies. Funding spans a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines and is aimed at fostering innovation and long-term impact in both academia and industry. The foundation manages a substantial annual budget to sustain fundamental research and expand educational opportunities in the sciences.