Active Government Funding Opportunities

DoN seeks naval science and technology research from HBCUs/minority institutions, focusing on basic research that advances Navy/Marine Corps missions while building institutional research capacity and engaging students in STEM discovery.

This funding opportunity supports rigorous research examining how state and local law enforcement agencies collect and report crime data. Studies will identify data quality challenges and develop best practices to improve accuracy and integrity across jurisdictions.

This funding supports research to identify and evaluate employer practices that successfully integrate people with disabilities into the workforce. The center will generate evidence-based insights to improve employment outcomes and inform policy and business practices.

This funding supports research and training centers developing evidence-based interventions to help people with disabilities live independently in their communities. It aims to advance knowledge and practices that promote community integration and quality of life.

This funding supports the Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems National Data and Statistical Center, which collects, analyzes, and disseminates research data to advance SCI treatment and rehabilitation outcomes. It addresses the critical need for standardized, longitudinal data infrastructure to improve care delivery and outcomes for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

This program funds research on burn injury as a lifelong condition, seeking to advance rehabilitation and disability outcomes. Projects should develop evidence-based interventions, technologies, or care models to improve quality of life and functional recovery for burn survivors.

Support research and clinical care centers focused on spinal cord injury treatment, rehabilitation, and outcomes. These model systems advance evidence-based practices to improve patient recovery and quality of life.

This opportunity seeks to establish a national data and statistical center supporting traumatic brain injury model systems research. It addresses the need for centralized data management and analysis to advance TBI treatment and rehabilitation outcomes.

This funding supports research and knowledge translation centers focused on disability and rehabilitation outcomes. It aims to disseminate Model Systems research findings to improve practices and policies for people with disabilities.

This opportunity seeks to establish a knowledge translation center that disseminates ADA National Network research and best practices to disability service providers and organizations. It addresses the gap between research evidence and practical implementation in disability services.

This program funds research projects to strengthen the ADA National Network's capacity to provide information, guidance, and technical assistance on disability rights and ADA compliance to individuals, businesses, and organizations nationwide.

USGS seeks research on GeoAI-powered automated landform mapping and knowledge graph expansion to improve geographic feature mapping accuracy. The project will use lidar data to enhance summit location precision in the national Geographic Names system.

U.S. Speaker Program seeks to deploy American subject matter experts to engage Indian audiences on strategic priorities including cybersecurity, emerging technologies, maritime security, and innovation-driven economic growth through 8-10 in-country programs and 10 virtual engagements.

This program funds states and territories to adopt and enforce flood risk management standards under the National Flood Insurance Program. It provides planning tools, best practices, and FEMA expertise to help communities reduce flood exposure and disaster costs.

This opportunity supports development of interdisciplinary training programs combining transportation law, policy, and technology. It aims to prepare professionals to address emerging regulatory and legal challenges in modern transportation systems.

This pilot program seeks to develop and test tribal transportation safety strategies, addressing traffic safety challenges in Native American communities through research-informed interventions and evidence-based safety improvements.

This program funds research projects to improve employment outcomes for deaf and hard of hearing individuals. It addresses barriers to workplace participation through evidence-based studies and intervention development.

This program funds research projects advancing disability inclusion and community participation through innovative interventions. It addresses barriers to independent living and social engagement for people with disabilities.

This grant funds research exploring resilience and positive mental health outcomes among people with spinal cord injuries. The work aims to identify protective factors and evidence-based interventions that support psychological well-being in this population.

MERC funds applied research partnerships between U.S., Israeli, and MENA organizations tackling regional challenges through joint innovation projects. Focus areas include commercializable solutions that strengthen U.S. technological leadership and create economic growth opportunities.

This program funds research projects advancing community living and participation for people with disabilities. It supports studies exploring rehabilitation interventions, accessibility solutions, and evidence-based practices that enhance independence and quality of life.

NASA seeks early-stage space technology research on eight critical topics including hypersonic flows, autonomous lunar/Martian systems, thermal protection, and spacecraft navigation. Proposals must advance low-TRL technologies essential for civil space missions and exploration.

Combat cyber scams and human trafficking in Vietnam by training young professionals to develop innovative cybersecurity solutions. The program equips participants aged 18-30 with emerging tech skills to create practical defenses against transnational fraud operations targeting Americans and Vietnamese citizens.

NASA seeks innovative early-stage research on lunar water purification technology for in situ resource utilization. This addresses critical needs for sustaining human presence on the Moon by developing low-TRL solutions to extract and purify water from lunar resources.

SCALE helps small businesses strengthen their supplier capabilities and production readiness to participate in strategically important supply chains. The program provides technical assistance and industry engagement to overcome operational, technical, and market access barriers.