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Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction (HDTRA1-14-24-FRCWMD-BAA) is sponsored by Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). DTRA seeks ideas and pre-application white papers for long-term challenges that contribute to the current knowledge base or advance groundbreaking technology for countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (C-WMD) threats. This BAA also includes a portion for STEM education programs with a C-WMD focus.
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Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction (HDTRA1-14-24-FRCWMD-BAA) is funded by Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Research Funding Opportunities (HDTRA1-22-S-0003) is sponsored by Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). DTRA is seeking innovative proposals for technologies to enhance artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities to increase the speed of response against Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMDs) and other emerging threats. This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) solicits proposals for research and development of technologies in the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 3-7 range.
FY2022-2026 DTRA Chemical / Biological Technologies Broad Agency Announcement is sponsored by Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA). This BAA serves as a five-year (60-month) open continuous vehicle for topics related to chemical and biological research and defense capabilities. Projects should be in the Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range of 3-6.
SBIR Program is a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) that funds small businesses conducting high-risk, high-reward research and development with strong potential for commercialization. The program operates in two phases: Phase I awards support feasibility and concept development, while Phase II awards fund full R&D and prototype development. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based small businesses (fewer than 500 employees) with principal investigators employed by the firm. Award amounts vary by agency and topic area; Phase II awards can reach up to $1,500,000 or more depending on the participating federal agency.
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.
Title III of the Defense Production Act lets the Pentagon hand non-dilutive capital to companies that expand domestic production of defense-critical materials and manufacturing — through a white-paper-first pathway run by the Air Force Research Laboratory (FA8650-19-S-5010) rather than a conventional grant competition. But the core DPA authorities sunset September 30, 2026 absent reauthorization, and the standing white-paper window has moved in and out of suspension. Here is how the Title III mechanism actually works, why it rewards companies that lead with a supply-chain vulnerability, and how to position before the authority cliff.
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