Research Interests of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research
AFOSR funds and manages basic research in engineering, information, physical, and biological sciences to advance Air Force capabilities, supporting projects in military, university, and industry labs worldwide.
Funder: Air Force Office of Scientific Research
Due Dates: Rolling (Open until superseded)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $100,000–$300,000/year for 3–5 years; maximum award: $10,000,000
Summary: Supports basic research in science and engineering areas aligned with Air Force and Space Force priorities to foster transformative advances in national defense capabilities.
Description
This opportunity funds fundamental research that advances U.S. Air Force and Space Force capabilities in science, engineering, and related disciplines. The program seeks proposals for basic research with the potential for significant impact on warfighting and peacekeeping, spanning a wide range of topics organized under engineering, information science, physical sciences, biological sciences, and international research activities. Awards may support single investigators or collaborative teams, and applications are encouraged across academia, industry, and eligible research organizations.
