Grants for Public and State controlled institutions of higher education - Science and Technology

This grant provides funding to support the development of emerging climate scientists and innovators from diverse backgrounds at research institutions, focusing on professional growth and community engagement to address climate change challenges.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects that integrate genetics, engineering, and data science to improve agricultural productivity and sustainability for U.S. farmers and ranchers.

This grant provides funding for innovative cancer research projects that address the unique health needs of military personnel, veterans, and their families, focusing on specific cancer types and strategic goals related to prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and evaluation projects aimed at improving juvenile justice practices and outcomes, targeting organizations and institutions involved in youth justice, including government agencies, nonprofits, and educational entities.

This funding opportunity supports innovative projects that develop new technologies for recording and modulating neural activity in the brain, aimed at advancing neuroscience research and understanding how the nervous system functions.

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of research in Earth and space sciences, inviting universities, non-profits, private companies, and international entities to advance scientific knowledge and technology development aligned with NASA's strategic goals.

This grant enables U.S. and UK researchers to collaborate on engineering and physical sciences projects by submitting a single proposal for joint funding and review, streamlining international research efforts.

This funding opportunity supports academic organizations in the U.S. and Canada to lead early-phase cancer clinical trials, advancing innovative treatments and improving patient outcomes through collaborative research efforts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to strengthen global efforts against sanctions evasion by China and Russia, focusing on enhancing compliance systems and technical training for public and private sectors.

This grant provides funding to support the development and enhancement of research infrastructure in computer and information science, specifically aimed at fostering diverse research communities across various educational and non-profit organizations.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to rural libraries in Oregon to create community-focused humanities events that explore themes related to public life and community engagement.

The General Operating Support (GOS) Grants, offered by the Illinois Arts Council Agency (IACA), aim to bolster established not-for-profit organizations that deliver arts programming to their communities. This initiative directly aligns with the IACA's mission to support and strengthen the arts in Illinois. The grant provides financial assistance ranging from $1,000 to $10,000 for activities occurring between November 1, 2024, and August 31, 2025. Eligible entities include registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organizations, branches of government, charitable trusts, institutions of higher education, religious organizations, and school affiliate organizations, all of whom must be in good standing with the state and meet specific operational and application criteria. The primary beneficiaries of this grant are not-for-profit arts organizations and, by extension, the diverse communities they serve across all counties in Illinois. The IACA's strategic priorities for this initiative are deeply rooted in equity and outreach. The program specifically focuses on under-resourced communities, including rural areas, high-poverty regions, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) groups, and individuals with disabilities. This targeted approach seeks to ensure that state support reaches a broader and more equitable demographic of Illinois communities. The initiative's core aims include analyzing the demographic distribution of past awards, engaging constituents for feedback on their needs and experiences, identifying areas for improvement in the IACA's funding approach regarding equity, and recommending actionable steps to achieve greater grant-making equity. These objectives are designed to build an evidence base that can be used to advocate for the resources necessary to expand state support to a wider array of Illinois communities. Expected outcomes and measurable results revolve around a more equitable distribution of arts funding and increased access to arts programming for under-resourced communities. The IACA anticipates that by addressing equity strengths and weaknesses and implementing recommended actions, they will successfully reach more diverse communities. Allowable expenses cover a wide range of operational costs, from artist fees and salaries to facilities, supplies, technology, marketing, and general administrative overhead, ensuring that organizations can effectively implement their programs and achieve their community impact goals.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research and development of innovative rehabilitation technologies aimed at improving the independence and quality of life for children with orthopedic disabilities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to organizations working to prevent Russia from acquiring and using chemical and biological weapons through enhanced security measures, training, and international collaboration.

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research between U.S. and Danish organizations to develop innovative mooring and anchoring technologies for floating offshore wind energy, with a focus on reducing costs and improving performance while engaging minority-serving institutions and considering environmental impacts.

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for the Foundational Science Research Unit (FSRU) of the U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (ARI) solicits new proposals for its fiscal year 2025 program of basic research in behavioral science. It is issued under the provisions of paragraph 6.102(d) (2) and 35.016 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), which provides for the acquisition of basic and applied research and that part of development not related to the development of a specific system or hardware procurement through the competitive selection of proposals and 10 U.S.C. 4001, 10 U.S.C. 4021, and 10 U.S.C. 4022.To meet the operational objectives of the U.S. Army over the next two decades, the Army must improve its capability to acquire, develop, employ, and retain Soldiers and leaders who can individually and as part of a group: Prepare for and adapt quickly to dynamic missions, unpredictable operational environments, and a wide spectrum of contexts; Effectively function autonomously and as part of larger systems in complex, information-rich environments; Perform in extended, hybrid, and continuous operations; Interact and collaborate effectively in joint-service and multi-national operations.ARI requests proposals to conduct basic research that will provide a scientific foundation to support these broad capabilities.The Basic Research program focuses on three strategic areas for advancing personnel science.1. Science of Measurement of Individuals and Collectives: Advanced psychometric theory for deriving valid measurements from complex assessments and continuous streams of data2. Understanding Multilevel and Organizational Dynamics: Multilevel theory and methods for understanding dynamic restructuring, coordination, and composition processes in teams and complex organizations3. Formal/Informal Learning and Development: Holistic models of individual and collective learning and development across work settings and contexts throughout the career spanTo be eligible for an award under this announcement, a potential awardee must meet certain minimum standards pertaining to financial resources and responsibility, ability to comply with the performance schedule, past performance, integrity, experience, technical capabilities, operational controls, and facilities. In accordance with Federal statutes, regulations, and Department of Defense and Army policies, no person on grounds of race, color, age, sex, national origin, or disability shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving financial assistance from the Army.Response Dates (Submissions):White Paper submissions must be received by: 5:00 PM/1700 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 1 March 2024Proposal submissions must be received by: 5:00 PM/1700 Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on 1 July 20242024 Response Dates (Questions):Questions regarding White Papers must be submitted in writing to meghan.i.huntoon.civ@army.mil by: 5:00 PM/1700 Eastern Standard Time (EST) on 14 February 2024Questions regarding Proposals must be submitted in writing to meghan.i.huntoon.civ@army.mil by: 5:00 PM/1700 Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) on 15 June 2024

This grant provides funding for U.S. institutions to develop and enhance advanced computing resources that support scientific and engineering research, particularly for underserved communities.

This program provides funding to Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Tribally Controlled Colleges and Universities to strengthen their research capabilities and enhance faculty and student engagement in research activities.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for projects that install and maintain technologies to intercept and remove marine debris, benefiting coastal habitats and marine resources.

This funding opportunity seeks innovative research proposals from universities, businesses, and nonprofits to develop advanced AI technologies that can significantly accelerate mathematical progress and enhance national competitiveness.