Funder: DARPA - Defense Sciences Office
Due Dates: October 15, 2025 (Executive Summary) | January 20, 2026 (Full Proposal)
Funding Amounts: Up to $500,000 for a 24-month base period; additional 12-month option up to $500,000; optional graduate student supplement up to $350,000.
Summary: Supports early-career researchers in academia and non-profit institutions to develop innovative research aligned with national security and DoD priorities.
Key Information: PI eligibility is restricted by prior DARPA/DoD funding; U.S. institution employment required for all personnel.