Deadline: 31 July 2017
The Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (BIRAC) is seeking proposals for its 34th Small Business Innovation Research Initiative (SBIRI) with an aim to:
- To nurture and mentor innovative and emerging technologies/ entrepreneurs, to assist new enterprises to forge appropriate linkages with academia and government.
- To create opportunities for starting new technology-based or knowledge-based businesses by science entrepreneurs.
- To stimulate technological innovations.
Unique Features
- Support for discovery,
- proof-of-concept and early stage innovations,
- R&D aimed at affordable product development.
Key Features
An Advanced Technology Scheme for high risk, transformational technology/ process development from proof-of-concept to validation leading to high value product commercialization:
- Support new and futuristic technology development with major social bearing but uncertain market driven demand
- Support start-ups, SME’s and other Biotech companies on cost sharing basis
Funding Information
- Financial support is extended as a Grant-in-aid limited to Rs. 50.00 lakhs with a contribution from the Company.
Eligibility Criteria
- A single or consortia of Indian company (ies) registered under “The Indian Companies Act 2013” with minimum 51% Indian ownership, and DSIR recognized in-house R&D unit, are eligible to apply either alone, or in collaboration with a partner from another Company/Institute/University (Companies in the process of obtaining DSIR recognition may also apply; however, their funding would be subject to getting DSIR recognition).
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online via given website.
Eligible Country: India
For more information, please visit Call for Proposals.