Active Government Funding Opportunities

NSF supports mathematics research driven by real-world science and engineering problems, seeking proposals that demonstrate mathematical innovation and practical impact. Projects involving junior researcher training and interdisciplinary collaboration are particularly encouraged.

Sustained funding for university-based materials research centers tackling fundamental science problems through multidisciplinary collaboration. MRSECs support infrastructure, industry partnerships, and a national network advancing materials discovery and education.

This FDA funding opportunity seeks development of physiologically-based pharmacokinetic (PBPK) modeling and mechanistic in vitro-in vivo correlation (IVIVC) approaches for long-acting injectable suspensions and implants. The research aims to improve drug development efficiency and regulatory decision-making for complex formulations.

NSF funds anthropologically grounded archaeological research exploring past human behaviors and societies. Investigators propose field research or analytical studies addressing fundamental questions about human history without geographic or temporal constraints.

VINES supports fundamental research and technology development for next-generation intelligent networks spanning edge-to-cloud systems. The program aims to advance U.S. competitiveness in NextG wireless and emerging vertical industries while ensuring resilience and interoperability.

NASA seeks R&D proposals for advanced new technologies across space and Earth sciences disciplines. This competitive grants program funds innovative technology development, scientific research, and prototype demonstrations to advance NASA's mission capabilities.

ERDC seeks research proposals across hydraulics, geotechnical engineering, coastal systems, environmental remediation, and military infrastructure. This continuously open BAA funds innovative solutions for Army engineering challenges from multiple specialized laboratories.

DoD seeks basic and applied STEM research proposals through Naval Postgraduate School to advance military capabilities. A two-stage submission process allows white papers for early feedback before committing to full proposals.

NASA seeks foundational AI research to enable autonomous systems for lunar and Martian exploration. This program supports novel machine learning and artificial intelligence capabilities that will support future human and robotic missions to the Moon and Mars.

This program funds research on ocean structure, movement, and transport processes, including interactions with biological, chemical, atmospheric, and geological systems. It addresses fundamental understanding of ocean dynamics critical to climate, marine ecosystems, and Earth system modeling.

NASA seeks foundational heliophysics research proposals advancing understanding of solar-terrestrial interactions and space weather phenomena. This competitive, peer-reviewed program funds innovative scientific investigations through a two-step proposal process with dual-anonymous review.

Develop expertise at the intersection of AI and biology to become a field leader applying machine learning to biological systems. This fellowship trains postdocs to drive biotechnology breakthroughs and innovations that strengthen the U.S. economy.

DoD seeks novel research approaches to restore protein function in targets affected by chemical threat agents. This initiative aims to develop new biological countermeasures and medical treatments against chemical weapons exposure.

Develop applications and research using NASA-ISRO synthetic aperture radar satellite data to advance Earth observation capabilities. This collaborative mission seeks innovative ways to extract insights from radar imagery for scientific discovery and practical problem-solving.

NOAA seeks proposals to test and develop harmful algal bloom control technologies, from promising early-stage solutions to proven approaches ready for large-scale field deployment in marine and freshwater environments.

NOAA seeks innovative point-of-use detection technologies to identify harmful algal bloom toxins in seafood. Solutions must be practical, cost-effective, and support U.S. seafood safety and industry competitiveness.

ERDC has developed a patented cold mix asphalt binder system to streamline repair and maintenance operations. This webinar explores licensing and commercialization opportunities for manufacturers and distributors ready to bring a field-tested solution to market.

ERDC's Arctic Infrastructure Research Center offers a 134-acre full-scale testing facility in Fairbanks for developing and evaluating infrastructure solutions in extreme Arctic environments. The facility supports DOD, industry, and academic partners in advancing cold-weather construction, permafrost engineering, and mission-critical systems for Arctic operations.

CBITEC offers a 70-acre military testing ground to evaluate contingency base technologies including power, water, waste, and construction solutions in realistic conditions with 400-soldier capacity. Partners can demonstrate effectiveness of novel capabilities in an operational environment.

ERDC seeks prototype concepts addressing military engineering and resilient systems challenges through Other Transaction Authority. Submit white papers for innovative solutions to critical defense and infrastructure problems.

NSF is building an open-access network of university research facilities for quantum and nanotechnology innovation. The program funds Sites with advanced fabrication and characterization capabilities to accelerate breakthroughs in quantum technologies, semiconductors, AI, and manufacturing.

Assemble interdisciplinary research teams to tackle transformative energy science challenges through integrated experiments, theory, computation, and AI/ML. EFRCs accelerate breakthroughs in materials, chemistry, geosciences, and biosciences beyond what individual researchers can achieve.

DOE seeks cross-cutting accelerator science and technology R&D to advance particle physics capabilities and benefit U.S. government agencies and industry. Focus includes accelerator development and domestic supplier advancement supporting broader scientific research missions.

FAIIA advances U.S. AI innovation and international adoption by removing regulatory barriers and countering China's technological influence globally. The program supports competitive AI solutions, strengthens partnerships, and counters false narratives about U.S. AI accessibility.

Accelerate ocean and coastal observing technologies from research into operational use. This program funds system integration, testing, and validation of sensors, data management tools, and platforms to improve environmental monitoring and forecasting capabilities.