Federal Science and Technology Grants

This funding opportunity supports researchers and institutions conducting fundamental scientific research across various fields to advance the U.S. Air Force and Space Force's technological capabilities.

This grant provides funding for National Estuarine Research Reserves to undertake coastal habitat restoration, planning, and land conservation projects that benefit coastal ecosystems and support underserved communities.

This funding opportunity is designed to support U.S. organizations conducting scientific research that will enhance our understanding of Europa, Jupiter's moon, in preparation for future exploration missions.

The Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity (RMUC) Program is offering a grant opportunity for electric cooperative, municipal, and small investor-owned utilities with limited cybersecurity resources. The Advanced Cybersecurity Technology (ACT) 1 Prize is a three-phase competition that challenges eligible utilities to identify risks and implement solutions to improve their overall cybersecurity posture. Utilities that progress through the competition will receive cash prizes and technical assistance to invest in staff training, governance processes, and cybersecurity tools and technologies. To apply, interested applicants should review the official rules for the complete application process and requirements. Eligible utilities can then create a HeroX account, accept the ACT 1 Prize Competitor Agreement, and choose whether to compete as a team. Application templates are available to aid in completing the application. Additionally, Phase 1 applicants must participate in two mandatory virtual webinars. The ACT 1 Prize offers a total prize pool of up to $8.96 million in cash and technical assistance across three phases: Commitment, Planning, and Implementation. Each phase concludes with a prize award. In the Commitment Phase, utilities prepare submission packages describing their resources, need for improving cybersecurity, and commitment to participating. In the Planning Phase, utilities work with technical assistance providers to assess systems, identify training needs, understand risks and solutions, and draft an implementation roadmap. Finally, in the Implementation Phase, utilities make progress towards completing their roadmap with the help of technical assistance providers. Administered by DOE's National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and managed by DOE's Office of Cybersecurity, Energy Security, and Emergency Response (CESER), the RMUC Program's ACT 1 Prize is part of a larger initiative to enhance the cybersecurity posture of electric utilities. The program will provide $250 million over five years to support critical investments, deliver technical assistance, and provide cybersecurity training to utility workers. This will result in a more secure and resilient energy grid. Interested parties can visit the RMUC Program webpage for more information and to sign up for updates.

This grant provides funding for a variety of projects that promote U.S. foreign policy goals and strengthen partnerships between the United States and Oman, targeting nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and individuals engaged in cultural exchange, innovation, and youth engagement.

This funding opportunity supports researchers and organizations developing innovative interventions to improve the quality of life for individuals living with lupus, including military service members and their families.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit Lebanese organizations for projects that enhance digital literacy and counter misinformation, fostering a better understanding of U.S. policies and values in Lebanon.

This funding opportunity supports innovative and exploratory neuroscience research projects that aim to advance our understanding of neurological and mental health conditions, particularly for researchers and organizations engaged in high-risk studies without the need for extensive preliminary data.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state workforce agencies for developing targeted training programs in high-demand skilled trades and emerging industries, fostering partnerships with employers to enhance workforce skills and job retention.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research aimed at improving the management and safety of correctional staff, targeting organizations and institutions that can contribute to enhancing correctional practices and outcomes.

This grant provides substantial funding to early-career researchers dedicated to innovative breast cancer research, emphasizing collaboration and the involvement of breast cancer advocates.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for research projects that aim to improve community living and participation for individuals with disabilities, focusing on areas like assistive technology, caregiver support, and economic tools.

The NSF CISE Directorate supports research and education projects that develop new knowledge in all aspects of computing, communications, and information science and engineering through core programs. The core programs for the participating CISE divisions include: Division of Computing and Communication Foundations (CCF): Algorithmic Foundations (AF) program ; Communications and Information Foundations (CIF) program; Foundations of Emerging Technologies (FET) program; and Software and Hardware Foundations (SHF) program; Division of Computer and Network Systems (CNS): Computer and Network Systems (CSR) program; Networking Technology and Systems (NeTS) program; Division of Information and Intelligent Systems (IIS): Human-Centered Computing (HCC) program; Information Integration and Informatics (III) program; and Robust Intelligence (RI) program. This solicitation invites proposals on bold new ideas tackling ambitious and fundamental research problems within scope of one or more of the participating CISE divisions core programs listed above, and that are well suited to a large-scale integrated collaborative effort. Teams should consist of two or more investigators (PI, co-PI(s), or other Senior Personnel) with complementary expertise. Investigators are strongly encouraged to come together within or across disciplines and/or institutions and combine their creative talents to identify compelling, transformative research agendas where the impact of the results will exceed that of the sum of each of their individual contributions. Investigators are especially encouraged to seek out partnerships in a wide class of institutions that together produce innovative approaches to the proposed research. Proposals that are focused on research infrastructure are not appropriate for this solicitation. Proposers are invited to submit proposals with total budgets from $3,000,000 to $5,000,000 and durations up to five years.

The DoD Arthritis Research, Clinical Research Award is a funding opportunity aimed at supporting clinical research that evaluates disease-specific factors and interventions in various types of arthritis, with the goal of optimizing patient outcomes, informing clinical care or policy, and reducing the disease burden, particularly in the context of the military and women's health.

This funding opportunity supports research into innovative energy generation and storage technologies for military and commercial applications, focusing on their reliability and integration into electrified systems.

This funding opportunity is designed for U.S. academic institutions with specialized mining programs to develop innovative technologies and research that improve the safety and effectiveness of underground mine evacuations during emergencies.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. institutions conducting clinical trials on innovative regenerative medicine therapies using adult stem cells, focusing on extending research from previously funded projects.

This funding opportunity supports Kuwait-based non-profits, educational institutions, and individuals in creating cultural and educational programs that strengthen ties between the U.S. and Kuwait, with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and shared challenges.

This grant provides funding for research institutions and companies to develop innovative tactics and technologies for small groups of autonomous systems to effectively maneuver in complex military environments.

This funding opportunity supports U.S. educational and nonprofit organizations in developing and maintaining data management and computational resources for Earth Sciences research and education.