This grant is for creating a National Center for Narrative Intelligence (NCNI) at a university. The center will focus on developing the workforce, building research infrastructure, creating collaborative networks, and providing strategic analysis for the Department of War (DoW).
Who it's for: This grant is for public and state universities that are interested in science and technology research and development.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Private universities
- Non-academic institutions
- For-profit organizations
- International institutions
- Entities not involved in science and technology
What You May Need
- Proof of status as a public or state university
- Detailed proposal for the NCNI
- Budget plan for $6,000,000
- Plan for workforce development
- Plan for research infrastructure
- Plan for collaborative networks
- Plan for strategic analysis
- Letters of support from partners
- Evidence of past research experience
- Registration with federal grant systems
Cautions
- Only public and state universities are eligible.
- The project must align with the four specified pillars.
- Strict adherence to budget and proposal requirements is necessary.
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are public and state institutions of higher education. This means universities that are publicly funded and operated by state governments are eligible to apply.
Overview
This grant is for public and state universities that are interested in science and technology research and development.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Private universities
- Non-academic institutions
- For-profit organizations
- International institutions
- Entities not involved in science and technology
Use of Funds
The funds must be used to establish the NCNI, focusing on workforce development, research infrastructure, collaborative networks, and strategic analysis for the Department of War.
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Aug 20, 2026
- Deadline
- Aug 19, 2031(1818 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 18, 2031
Application Checklist
- Verify eligibility as a public or state university
- Develop a comprehensive proposal for the NCNI
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Outline plans for each of the four pillars
- Gather letters of support from potential partners
- Register with required federal grant systems
- Submit application by the deadline