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Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP) grants is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). The CDMRP funds high-impact, high-risk, and high-gain projects that other agencies may not fund, with a focus on advancing paradigm-shifting research, solutions, or breakthrough technologies for clinical benefit.
Specific programs within CDMRP may have varying focus areas, including artificial intelligence and machine learning to drive transformative biological science, warfighter health, recovery, and performance. While not explicitly dental, AI software for medical diagnostics and treatment relevant to military health could potentially align.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Research scientists at universities and other eligible organizations. Funded applications need to be relevant to the health of service members, veterans, and their families. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2,000,000 (for some AI/ML research). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program (CDMRP) grants is funded by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
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DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
SBIR SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations is sponsored by U.S. Air Force. DOD SBIR topic SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations. Component: U.S. Air Force. Command: SDA. Solicitation: DoD SBIR 2025.4. Phase(s): D2PII, II, SPII. Status: Pre-Release. Open date: 3/4/2026.
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