Funder: Air Force Office of Scientific Research
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Nominations open) | November 2026 (Nominations close)
Funding Amounts: $200,000 per year for 5 years (total $1M per awardee)
Summary: Recognizes and supports exceptional early-career scientists and engineers with demonstrated leadership and innovation potential in science and technology.
Key Information: Researchers cannot apply directly; nomination by an AFOSR Program Officer is required.