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IDEAS (Innovations Programs) is sponsored by National Security Agency (NSA). IDEAS is a contracting mechanism that provides NSA with a flexible way to leverage innovative technologies developed by industry partners and academia. It focuses on basic and applied research, concept exploration, and capability demonstration.
NSA posts technical challenge problems periodically, which could include areas related to AI infrastructure, edge computing, and security.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Open to all companies and academia, regardless of size or type, that can help fight terrorism and cyber-attacks. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
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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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