The U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has awarded a $899,527 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II contract to Wainamics, Inc., a minority-owned, woman-owned, and economically disadvantaged small business based in Pleasanton, California. The contract, which has a completion date of December 13, 2025, is for the development of a long-term cell culture monitoring system. This contract builds on Wainamics' previous SBIR Phase I award from NASA, and the company's work is expected to contribute to advancements in space exploration and life sciences research. In addition to the NASA contract, Wainamics has also secured federal grant sub-awards through collaborations with academic institutions, focusing on the development of novel microfluidic cartridges and CRISPR-based diagnostic solutions.
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