Active Government Funding Opportunities

The Air Force seeks innovative research proposals to enhance human performance, medical capabilities, and operational effectiveness through the CHEERS program. This open solicitation invites white papers across all technical areas addressing military readiness and human sustainability challenges.

NSF CISE supports foundational research across 11 computing domains—from algorithms and AI to cybersecurity and human-centered computing. This program funds novel R&D projects that advance knowledge in computing systems, communications, and information science to drive future technological breakthroughs.

NSWC Dahlgren seeks innovative naval engineering education and workforce development solutions through a consortium model. The opportunity addresses the Navy's need to build academic-industry partnerships that advance maritime technology capabilities and prepare the next generation of naval engineers.

AFRL seeks human performance research spanning basic science to operational applications, including physiological enhancement, cognitive optimization, and medical interventions for Air Force personnel. Three competitive pathways (BAA, ARA, CSO) enable progression from concept through technology maturation and fielding.

This program supports alternative financing mechanisms to make assistive technology more accessible and affordable for individuals with disabilities. It addresses the financial barriers that prevent people from obtaining devices and services that enhance independence and quality of life.

NASA's ROSES 2025 solicits basic and applied research across space and Earth sciences, including astrophysics, planetary science, heliophysics, and Earth observation. This omnibus program funds innovative scientific research and technology development through grants and cooperative agreements.

NASA seeks Participating Scientists for Artemis III lunar missions to conduct groundbreaking scientific research on the Moon. This opportunity invites innovative research proposals that will advance lunar exploration and expand our understanding of the lunar environment.

ONR seeks STEM education programs to develop learner knowledge, attract students to STEM careers, and improve educator quality across K-12 through graduate levels. Funding supports formal and informal education that builds workforce capacity in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines.

NSF seeks use-inspired research and translational activities that move scientific discoveries from the lab to real-world practice. Three tracks support researchers at different stages: exploring applications of existing research, maturing translational ideas, or scaling solutions through strategic partnerships with industry and other stakeholders.

DARPA TTO seeks revolutionary defense platforms and systems demonstrating disruptive capabilities in rapid force building, sustainment, long-range effects, and adaptive design. Focus areas include innovative hardware solutions that reduce complexity, cost, and manufacturing risk while enabling responsive, affordable production.

This public diplomacy grants program supports cultural, educational, and community engagement initiatives in Mauritius that strengthen U.S.-Mauritian relations. Applicants can propose projects addressing civic participation, educational exchange, or cultural understanding.

NIST seeks research advancing measurement science, standards, and metrology across nanotechnology, AI, advanced manufacturing, and communications. Projects strengthen U.S. innovation competitiveness through collaborative R&D partnerships and scientific discovery.

ARO scientific staff conduct hands-on basic research collaboratively with external institutions to advance knowledge in engineering, physical, life, and information sciences, strengthening staff expertise while contributing to peer-reviewed publications and student training.

DARPA DSO seeks revolutionary advances in science, devices, and systems for national security through innovative research approaches. This BAA explicitly targets breakthrough discoveries that go beyond incremental improvements to existing capabilities.

NAWCAD seeks R&D proposals to advance naval aircraft operations and capabilities. The broad agency announcement invites innovative projects addressing operational improvements across the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division.

US-German collaborative research in chemistry and chemical processes seeks innovative scientific discoveries through streamlined international partnerships. The program reduces barriers by enabling single-proposal submission with unified review while maintaining separate funding control.

NSF supports STEM doctoral research programs at minority-serving institutions across AI, quantum computing, advanced materials, and clean energy. The initiative expands institutional research capacity and increases doctoral degree completion for underrepresented groups in STEM fields.

NSF seeks collaborative infrastructure-building projects to broaden participation of underrepresented groups in STEM fields at scale. This initiative aims to create systemic change across the STEM enterprise, resulting in a workforce reflecting the nation's population diversity.

AFOSR funds basic research across engineering, information science, and physical/biological sciences to develop innovative capabilities supporting Air Force warfighting and peacekeeping missions. The program partners with Air Force, university, and industry labs to transition research discoveries into operational technologies.

The Army seeks fundamental AI research to advance artificial intelligence capabilities for military applications. This broad agency announcement invites novel research proposals addressing core AI challenges and emerging technical solutions.

NSF supports faculty research at predominantly undergraduate institutions through RUI and ROA funding. These programs integrate research with undergraduate education, build institutional research capacity, and enable collaborations with research-intensive organizations across all scientific disciplines.

NSF funds educational initiatives and career development in Earth Sciences, including research internships for undergraduates and teachers, postdoctoral fellowships, and faculty research programs that integrate education with research to broaden participation in geosciences.

NSF seeks fundamental research on bidirectional human-machine interaction in physics-based environments. Projects should advance theory, modeling, or technologies for intelligent systems collaborating with humans in applications like disaster response, elder care, and dynamic workplaces.

NSF funds rigorous social science research to understand how scientific discovery happens, how science communicates its value, and how research translates into societal benefits and evidence-based policy. Projects should develop new theories, models, and analytical tools that advance understanding of science's mechanisms and impact.

NSF seeks interdisciplinary research on resilient infrastructure systems that function under extreme conditions—from natural disasters to technological disruptions. Projects should integrate systems thinking, data analytics, and socio-technical approaches to optimize design, operations, and performance across lifeline systems and communities.