Learning and Cognition Technologies
In short: Innovative approaches to learning and cognition development leverage groundbreaking technological advancements rooted in research. These advancements aim to disrupt educational norms, challenging conventional methods of content delivery while remaining firmly anchored in foundational research.
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| Agency | National Science Foundation |
|---|---|
| Program | — |
| Phase | BOTH, BOTH |
| Topic number | LC |
| Solicitation | NSF 26-510 |
| Release date | May 22, 2026 |
| Open date | May 22, 2026 |
| Close date | Jul 7, 2027 |
| Status on SBIR.gov | Open |
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Full description (from SBIR.gov)
Innovative approaches to learning and cognition development leverage groundbreaking technological advancements rooted in research. These advancements aim to disrupt educational norms, challenging conventional methods of content delivery while remaining firmly anchored in foundational research. They equip individuals for success in emerging industries and undefined roles, bridging the gap between established curricula and the swiftly evolving knowledge landscape. While inherently risky, the success of the innovation holds the potential to reshape education, preparing individuals for a future ripe with transformative prospects. Proposals should build on solid scientific research or lived experience to introduce novel and broadly impactful approaches to learning and cognition. While the subtopics listed provide a framework, we welcome all proposals that showcase creativity, innovation and hold substantial potential for societal impact, transcending specific focus areas.
Possibly related past awards
- SBIR Phase I:Within-test measurement of learning progress: unbiased assessment towards bridging the educational opportunity gap by Maxwell Cognitive Inc. (Phase I, 2022, $255,989)
- SBIR Phase II: Actionable Learning Analytics for the Classroom by LEARNICS, LLC (Phase II, 2021, $945,159)
- SBIR Phase I:Re-envisioning alt text for education through concurrent authoring and diagram design by ALCHEMIE SOLUTIONS, INC. (Phase I, 2023, $275,000)
Matched by keyword overlap within the same agency from the SBIR.gov public award dataset. Not an official linkage.
Technology areas: Learning & education technology
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