Private Facility Research Program
Limited submission
DOE's Fusion Energy Sciences program supports public researchers using private fusion facilities to advance foundational fusion research for mutual benefit.
This grant is no longer accepting proposals
Office of Science has archived this opportunity.
Funder: Office of Science
Due Dates: February 19, 2025 (Pre-application) | March 5, 2025 (Pre-app response) | April 23, 2025 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: Standard: $2M–$21M total; Novel Diagnostic: $25K–$3M; Data Mirroring: $25K–$500K; 3–5 year project period
Summary: Supports public researchers conducting foundational, open science at private fusion facilities to advance fusion energy research and technology.
Key Information: A signed Record of Discussion (RoD) with the private facility is required for full application; pre-application is mandatory.
Description
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science, Fusion Energy Sciences (FES) program invites applications for public research at private fusion facilities. This program aims to leverage world-leading experimental capabilities developed by private companies to accelerate foundational fusion science and technology, bridging public research expertise with private sector innovation. The program supports open, peer-reviewed research, diagnostic development, and data sharing, fostering mutually beneficial public-private partnerships along the path to commercial fusion energy.
