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Defense Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (DEPSCoR) – Capacity Building FY26 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). This program aims to increase the number of university researchers in eligible States/Territories capable of performing science and engineering (S&E) research responsive to the needs of the DoD, and to enhance the capabilities of institutions of higher education (IHEs) in eligible States/Territories to develop, plan, and execute S&E research relevant to the DoD mission and competitive for federal funding.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) in DEPSCoR States/Territories (Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Guam, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, U.S. Virgin Islands, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $1,500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Defense Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (DEPSCoR) – Capacity Building FY26 is funded by U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in 33 states, including District of Columbia, South Carolina, New Hampshire, West Virginia, and North Dakota. Check the official notice for the full list.
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