Active Government Funding Opportunities

DARPA BTO seeks novel biological technologies that revolutionize warfighter protection by leveraging biological properties and processes. Evolutionary improvements to existing practices are excluded; only truly innovative approaches will be considered.

The Switzer Research Fellowships Program supports scientific research advancing knowledge and solutions for individuals with disabilities. It funds innovative studies that can improve rehabilitation, independence, and quality of life outcomes.

ACL seeks innovative small business solutions addressing aging and disability challenges through Phase II SBIR funding. This opportunity supports development of new technologies or services that improve independence, health, and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities.

This program funds researcher-initiated projects addressing community living challenges for older adults and people with disabilities. It supports applied research and demonstration projects that develop evidence-based solutions to improve independence and quality of life.

NIST is seeking proposals for microelectronics research, prototyping, and commercial solutions to advance U.S. chip technology capabilities. This addresses critical domestic semiconductor supply chain resilience and technological competitiveness.

This program funds investigator-initiated research projects addressing challenges affecting older adults and individuals with disabilities. Projects may explore service innovations, assistive technologies, caregiver support, or community-based interventions to improve health and independence outcomes.

This program funds research projects at minority-serving institutions to develop new interventions, programs, or evidence-based practices addressing aging and disability challenges. It seeks to build research capacity and generate knowledge that improves community living outcomes for underserved populations.

Funding for doctoral dissertation research addressing disability, rehabilitation, and independent living. Supports innovative studies that advance knowledge in assistive technology, employment outcomes, and community inclusion for people with disabilities.

This funding supports a national research center investigating how parents with disabilities can access rehabilitation services and support systems. The center conducts applied research to improve policies, practices, and outcomes for this underserved population.

SBIR Phase I funding supports small businesses developing innovative technologies and solutions to improve aging services, independent living, and community support for older adults. Research focuses on prototype development and feasibility validation for novel assistive technologies, digital health solutions, or social support innovations.

The Air Force seeks research proposals on human performance enhancement, restoration, and sustainability across multiple technical areas. CHEERS supports innovative solutions to optimize warfighter effectiveness and readiness through human-focused R&D.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

The Air Dominance BAA seeks innovative research and development solutions to advance next-generation air superiority capabilities and technologies. This broad announcement invites novel approaches to address evolving aerial warfare challenges and maintain strategic advantage.

STARBASE Cherry Point is a STEM education and youth outreach program that introduces students to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on learning experiences at a military installation.