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White papers due Nov 20, 2026; full proposals due Apr 9, 2027
Department of War Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Office of Naval Research (ONR), Army Research Office (ARO), and Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). Supports research teams comprising multiple academic researchers investigating complex, defense-relevant problem sets at the intersection of multiple scientific disciplines, which can include advanced UAV swarming, computer vision, GIS integration, and autonomous navigation.
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Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Department of War Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) Established in 1985, the Department of War Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) program funds U.S. academic research teams to conduct high-impact basic research that addresses future challenges faced by the Department of War.
The MURI program specifically supports U.S. university teams investigating complex, DoW-relevant problem sets at the intersection of multiple scientific disciplines. MURI teams bring together world-class faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and graduate students — helping to develop a technically advanced, defense-aware scientific workforce and strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base.
Please see full text of the announcement for additional information. FY27 MURI NOFO_N0001426SF002. pdf Opens in New tab FY27 MURI NOFO_N0001426SF002_Amendment1.
pdf Opens in New tab Published: September 21, 2026 4:19 PM Full Proposals will be accepted until: White Papers due no later than: November 20, 2026 5:00 PM Required: All BAAs incorporate a standardized template for the submission of technical and cost proposals for all contract awards. Guidance and assistance in completing the form and spreadsheet can be obtained from points of contact provided in the BAA.
Conflicts of Interest: To ensure fairness in the consideration of proposals, ONR has implemented policies to protect against organizational conflicts of interest .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S. university teams. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows typically $1,250,000 to $1,500,000 per year for up to 5 years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Department of War Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) are due April 9, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Department of War Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) is funded by Office of Naval Research (ONR), Army Research Office (ARO), and Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR). 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.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) (Army Research Office, Office of Naval Research, Air Force Office of Scientific Research). DURIP is designed to improve the capabilities of U.S. institutions of higher education to conduct research and to educate scientists and engineers in areas important to national defense, by providing funds for the acquisition of research equipment. This award provides support to purchase instrumentation in support of research in areas of interest to the DoD.
Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) FY 2027 is sponsored by Department of Defense (DOD). DURIP funds the acquisition of research equipment and instrumentation by accredited U.S. higher education institutions to improve institutional research capabilities and strengthen education and training in science, mathematics, engineering, and other disciplines relevant to national defense.
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