DoW Military Burn, Technology/Therapeutic Development Award
This grant funds development of burn care technologies or therapies for military use, supporting both research translation and mentorship between experienced and junior investigators in resource-limited environments.
Funder: Dept. of the Army -- USAMRAA
Due Dates: July 7, 2026 (Preproposal) | October 21, 2026 (Full Proposal) | October 28, 2026 (End of Verification)
Funding Amounts: ~$5M total; up to $1.6M (Single PI) or $1.8M (Mentorship Option) per award; max 3-year period; ~3 awards expected
Summary: Supports translation of promising preclinical findings into burn care products or knowledge for military and austere operational environments.
Key Information: Clinical trials and clinical research studies are NOT permitted under this mechanism.
Description
This funding opportunity supports the development of technologies or therapeutics—such as medical devices, drugs, or clinical practice guidelines—that address critical gaps in combat burn care for military Service Members. The program seeks to translate promising preclinical research into products or actionable knowledge for use in austere, resource-limited, distributed operational environments. The FY26 cycle introduces a Mentorship Option, allowing experienced investigators to mentor one or two junior researchers while conducting a primary research study. Projects must address at least one of the specified focus areas relevant to military burn care and demonstrate a clear pathway toward clinical application.
