GlobalX Challenge 26.2: Naval Southern Hemisphere Space Weather and Plasmas (NSHSWP)
This grant seeks rapid research to prove or disprove innovative space weather and plasma concepts for dual-use benefits to the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, industry, and the public.
Funder: Office of Naval Research
Due Dates: July 10, 2026 (White paper) | August 31, 2026 (Full proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $250,000 for 12 months (base), with an optional additional 12 months for a total of up to $500,000 per award.
Summary: Supports international, multidisciplinary research teams developing novel models or sensor modalities to improve Southern Hemisphere ionospheric space weather analysis and forecasting.
Key Information: Lead PI must be based outside the U.S.; U.S. entities may participate as partners but not as lead.
Description
This opportunity from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global seeks to accelerate novel, dual-use research in Southern Hemisphere space weather and ionospheric plasmas. The challenge specifically targets ground-breaking approaches to analyzing and forecasting the bottomside ionospheric electron density, with an emphasis on Southern latitudes and the magnetic equator near the Andes. Successful projects will develop new models or sensor modalities that address operational gaps for the U.S. Navy, commercial space industry, and broader scientific community. The program is designed to foster international collaboration, encourage multidisciplinary teams, and rapidly mature concepts to proof-of-concept stage (TRL-3).
