Section Basics 

In this section, applicants should discuss the anticipated technical, economic, social, and other benefits to the public as a whole if the project is successful.  Applicants should identify specific groups in the commercial sector as well as the Federal government that would benefit from the projected results and describe the resultant product or process, the likelihood that it could lead to a marketable product, and the significance of the market.  This section typically takes up approximately ½ to ¾ of a page. 

Section Goals 

  1. Identify specific groups in the commercial sector that will benefit from your work.
  2. Identify specific groups in the Federal government that will benefit from your work.
  3. Identify the process or product that will result from your work.
  4. Discuss the significance of the market and the relationship of your work to the market. 
  5. Discuss the specific anticipated technical, economic, and/or social benefits to the public should your project be successful.  


Helpful Tips: 

  • Use subheadings to identify the different sectors under discussion to make it easier for reviewers to follow along and see that you have addressed all required points.