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Alfalfa Seed and Alfalfa Forage Systems
$900,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (National Institute of Food and Agriculture)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 12, 2026

Date Added

Apr 29, 2026

This program provides funding to support research and extension projects that improve alfalfa seed and forage production systems, benefiting farmers, ranchers, and agricultural institutions across the U.S.

Agriculture
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Advanced Cyber Effects for Strategic Operations
$99,980,000
U.S. Department of Defense
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 10, 2030

Date Added

Sep 29, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research and development of cyber operations prototypes to enhance the U.S. Department of Defense's capabilities in the cyber domain, targeting a wide range of eligible applicants including universities, businesses, and research organizations.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Energy Frontier Research Centers (EFRCs)
$18,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Science)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 18, 2026

This funding opportunity supports interdisciplinary research teams in the U.S. to conduct foundational studies in energy, environment, and national security, fostering scientific innovation and training the next generation of energy-focused researchers.

Science and Technology
State governments
Defense Sciences Office (DSO) Office-wide BAA
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (DARPA - Defense Sciences Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 2, 2026

Date Added

Jun 4, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research proposals that advance scientific and technological breakthroughs to enhance national security, targeting a wide range of applicants including private institutions, nonprofits, and small businesses.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Metal Casting BAA0001-21
Contact for amount
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Department of Defense (DoD)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2026

Date Added

Mar 20, 2025

This funding opportunity supports research and development in metal casting technologies to enhance military applications and meet national defense needs.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Biosensing
$7,600,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 12, 2019

This funding initiative supports researchers developing innovative biosensing technologies to monitor and identify biological substances, addressing critical challenges in health, agriculture, and environmental protection.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
NSF National Quantum Virtual Laboratory - Quantum Testbeds
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 6, 2027

Date Added

May 14, 2025

This funding opportunity supports large-scale projects that advance quantum technology through collaborative research and development among academia, industry, and government, specifically targeting the design and implementation of scalable quantum systems.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
CyberAICorps Scholarship for Service
$2,500,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Feb 5, 2026

This program provides funding to U.S. colleges and universities to offer scholarships for students pursuing degrees in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, with a commitment to work in government roles after graduation.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY Broad Agency Announcement
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command)
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 31, 2027

Date Added

May 28, 2025

This funding opportunity supports innovative research proposals from a wide range of organizations to advance military capabilities and address critical challenges facing the Army and the nation.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Study of the U.S. Institutes Madeleine K. Albright Young Women Leaders Program
$1,500,000
U.S. Department of State (Bureau Of Educational and Cultural Affairs)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 26, 2026

Date Added

May 20, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for U.S.-based organizations to create academic exchange programs for foreign undergraduate women leaders, focusing on economic prosperity and governance, to enhance their understanding of American society and leadership.

Education
Nonprofits
FAA Aviation Research Grants Program
$6,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - FAA Aviation Research Grants)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 7, 2027

Date Added

Sep 8, 2020

This program provides funding for research in civil aviation and commercial space transportation, targeting universities and nonprofit institutions to enhance safety, efficiency, and modernization of the national airspace system.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoW Epilepsy Research Partnership Award
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 17, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2026

This funding opportunity supports collaborative research projects aimed at advancing understanding and treatment of post-traumatic epilepsy, specifically targeting partnerships between researchers from various organizations to improve outcomes for individuals affected by this condition.

Science and Technology
Nonprofits
FY 2025 EDA Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Programs
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Commerce (Economic Development Administration)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 2, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state and local governments, tribal entities, and nonprofit organizations for projects that promote economic development and resilience in communities facing economic challenges.

Community Development
State governments
Emerging Mathematics in Biology
$6,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Mar 1, 2027

Date Added

May 14, 2025

This program provides funding for U.S. higher education institutions to develop innovative mathematical methods that address significant biological challenges, particularly encouraging participation from historically underrepresented groups in STEM.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Structure and Physics of the Solid Earth
$22,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 9, 2024

This funding opportunity supports U.S.-based educational and research institutions in exploring the fundamental processes that shape Earth's structure and geohazards, encouraging innovative research across various geological disciplines.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
Instrumentation Grant Program for Resource-Limited Institutions
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (National Institutes of Health)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 2, 2026

Date Added

Aug 28, 2025

This program provides funding to help resource-limited educational and nonprofit institutions acquire modern scientific instruments to boost their biomedical research capabilities and competitiveness for future NIH support.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Competitive Academic Agreement Program (CAAP)
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Admin)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 19, 2026

Date Added

May 19, 2026

This grant provides funding to nonprofit higher education institutions in the U.S. to conduct innovative research on pipeline safety, involving student participation and collaboration with industry partners.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
DoW Traumatic Brain Injury and Psychological Health, Clinical Trial Award
$4,100,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 15, 2026

Date Added

May 7, 2026

This funding opportunity supports clinical trials aimed at improving the treatment and management of traumatic brain injury and psychological health conditions affecting service members, veterans, and the general public.

Health
Nonprofits
Centers of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS) Program
$3,000,000
U.S. Department of Education (Office of Postsecondary Education )
Federal

Application Deadline

Jun 23, 2026

Date Added

May 22, 2026

This program provides funding to colleges and universities to create centralized support systems that enhance the educational experience and success of veteran students transitioning to higher education.

Education
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
OSERS-OSEP: National Assessment Center
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Education
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 20, 2026

Date Added

May 21, 2026

This grant provides funding to various educational organizations and agencies to improve assessment participation and performance for children with disabilities across the nation.

Education
State governments