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The Naval Research Laboratory (NRL), the corporate research laboratory for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, solicits white papers for basic and applied scientific research under BAA N00173-24-S-BA01.
AI-related focus areas include data management and exploitation technologies that apply emerging mathematics and machine learning techniques, multi-agent systems and reinforcement learning, and AI/ML integrated with systems engineering across radar, antennas, and information systems.
Additional priority areas include advanced materials and energy storage, spacecraft systems and propulsion, cybersecurity and cryptographic technologies, ocean acoustics and remote sensing, and virtual/mixed reality systems for training and situational awareness. NRL is distinct from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and funds research conducted at or in collaboration with NRL's own laboratories.
White papers are evaluated on a rolling basis with selected proposers invited to submit full proposals.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Educational institutions, small businesses, disadvantaged small businesses, HBCUs, minority institutions, and other qualified organizations are eligible. Federal labs and FFRDCs may team but cannot be primary recipients. White papers must be submitted before September 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM EDT. Awards based on technical merit, relevance to Navy priorities, and cost realism. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows estimated $500,000 to $5 million per award. Rolling evaluation with invitations for full proposals after white paper review. Award amounts vary by scope and technical area. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for NRL Long Range BAA for AI and Defense Basic and Applied Research are due September 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
NRL Long Range BAA for AI and Defense Basic and Applied Research is funded by Naval Research Laboratory. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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