Funder: Office of Naval Research
Due Dates: September 19, 2025 (White papers) | December 12, 2025 (Full proposals, by invitation)
Funding Amounts: Up to $525,000 per award over 3 years; approx. 3 awards; total program funding $1,575,000.
Summary: Supports basic and applied research at HBCUs and Minority Institutions to strengthen their capacity in naval-relevant STEM fields and increase participation in Navy R&D.
Key Information: White papers are mandatory; only invited full proposals will be considered; single PI awards only (no co-PIs or subawards).