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Integrated Research Projects (IRP) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Nuclear Energy. Integrated Research Projects (IRPs) are multi-million-dollar, three-year awards executed by university-led consortiums.
These projects address complex technical issues impacting the Office of Nuclear Energy's mission objectives, including the development of predictive tools for core structural materials, advanced manufacturing of materials, and studies on fuel behavior under irradiation. They often involve ion and neutron irradiation, and post-irradiation examination.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: University-led consortiums, typically including multiple universities, industry, national laboratories, and international research entities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows multi-million dollar, three-year awards (e.g., FY2025 IRP awards totaled $6.1 million for two projects; individual awards have been up to $3,000,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Integrated Research Projects (IRP) is funded by U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Nuclear Energy. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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University Nuclear Leadership Program (UNLP) Scholarships and Fellowships is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Nuclear Energy. This program provides scholarships for undergraduate students and fellowships for graduate students in science and engineering disciplines related to nuclear energy. The awards are administered by accredited U.S. two- and four-year Institutions of Higher Education.
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