The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) is offering a grant to support basic research that aligns with the needs of the U.S. Air Force. This research should enhance national defense capabilities and can be conducted in Air Force, university, or industry labs. The focus is on engineering, information science, physical sciences, and biological sciences.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations and institutions that conduct scientific research, particularly those that can contribute to the U.S. Air Force's needs in engineering, information science, physical sciences, and biological sciences.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not aligned with Air Force research priorities
- Lack of capability to conduct significant scientific research
- Ineligible organization type
- Insufficient documentation or incomplete application
- Proposals exceeding the $10,000,000 funding limit
What You May Need
- Detailed research proposal
- Budget plan
- Organizational capability statement
- Proof of eligibility
- Past performance documentation
- Letters of support or collaboration
- Registration with federal grant systems (e.g., SAM.gov)
- Compliance with federal regulations
Cautions
- Ensure research aligns with Air Force priorities
- Strict adherence to application guidelines
- Potentially competitive application process
- High level of detail required in proposals
- Compliance with federal regulations is mandatory
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are organizations and institutions capable of conducting significant scientific research that aligns with the U.S. Air Force's needs. This includes universities, industry laboratories, and other research entities that can contribute to engineering, information science, physical sciences, and biological sciences.
Overview
This grant is for organizations and institutions that conduct scientific research, particularly those that can contribute to the U.S. Air Force's needs in engineering, information science, physical sciences, and biological sciences.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Proposals not aligned with Air Force research priorities
- Lack of capability to conduct significant scientific research
- Ineligible organization type
- Insufficient documentation or incomplete application
- Proposals exceeding the $10,000,000 funding limit
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to support basic research activities that align with the Air Force's needs, including personnel, equipment, materials, and other research-related expenses.
Expected Awards
9999
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 4, 2026
- Last Updated
- Aug 21, 2026
Application Checklist
- Develop a detailed research proposal
- Prepare a comprehensive budget plan
- Gather organizational capability documentation
- Ensure registration with SAM.gov
- Collect letters of support or collaboration
- Review Air Force research priorities
- Ensure compliance with federal regulations