Department of Army:FY25 Department of Defense Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI)
ID: 352613Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Dept of the Army -- Materiel Command (DOD-AMC)

Award Range

$0 - $8M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352613

Additional Information

https://arl.devcom.army.mil/collaborate-with-us
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of the Army is offering funding opportunities through the Fiscal Year 2025 Department of Defense Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), aimed at U.S. institutions of higher education with degree-granting programs in science and engineering. This initiative encourages high-risk basic research with multidisciplinary approaches that are vital to the long-term national security needs of the Department of Defense. The total estimated funding for this program is approximately $200 million over five years, with individual grants potentially reaching up to $1.5 million, and key deadlines include the submission of white papers by May 17, 2024, and full proposals by September 6, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to Dr. Sue Kase at usarmy.rtp.devcom-arl.mbx.aro-muri@army.mil for further information.

    Files
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    W911NF24S0006 FY25 MURI.pdf
    W911NF24S0006-Amendment.pdf
    The Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Department of Defense Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) announces funding opportunities for U.S. institutions of higher education with degree-granting programs in science and engineering. Sponsored by the Office of Naval Research (ONR), Army Research Office (ARO), and Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), this program promotes high-risk basic research with multidisciplinary approaches essential to the DoD's long-term national security needs. Key dates include deadlines for white papers (due 17 May 2024) and full proposals (due 6 September 2024). The total funding available over five years is approximately $200 million, with typical annual grants reaching up to $1.5 million. Participation by Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority-Serving Institutions (HBCU/MI) is encouraged, and select topics offer additional funding. The proposal process is twofold: submission of a white paper is recommended, followed by a full proposal through Grants.gov. Detailed guidelines on proposal format, content, and eligibility criteria are provided, emphasizing a thorough understanding of multidisciplinary research and a collaborative team effort across institutions. These efforts aim to foster innovations that could lead to significant advancements in scientific research relevant to DoD applications.
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