Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global Research Opportunity: Global-X Challenge 2024
ID: 352529Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Office of Naval Research (DOD-ONR)

Award Range

$0 - $1M

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/352529
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    Description

    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) is inviting international research teams to participate in the Global-X Challenge 2024, aimed at funding innovative technology concepts that can enhance capabilities for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. The challenge seeks proposals that focus on critical areas such as subsea object detection, personal expeditionary power solutions, and high-latitude communications, with the goal of accelerating the development of potentially game-changing technologies. This initiative underscores the federal government's commitment to fostering global scientific collaboration and advancing military and commercial capabilities through innovative research. Interested applicants can apply for grants totaling up to $1 million, with key deadlines including white paper submissions by April 3, 2024, and full proposals due by June 3, 2024. For further information, contact the ONR Global Grants Team at usn.ncr.onrghq.list.grantsproposals@us.navy.mil.

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    The Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global announces the Global-X Challenge 2024, inviting international researchers to develop revolutionary technologies through a competitive grant process. The opportunity includes a total funding of up to $1 million for promising proposals that demonstrate advanced capabilities in critical challenge areas: subsea object detection, personal expeditionary power, and high-latitude high-bandwidth communications. Key milestones include a kick-off webinar on February 22, a white paper submission deadline on April 3, and full proposals due by June 3, with grants expected by August 14. Researchers outside the U.S. are particularly encouraged to form multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on collaborative innovation and technology proof of concept. The funding aims to significantly enhance military and commercial capabilities, while detailed participation guidelines and resources are provided through the ONR Global portal. The process emphasizes rigorous evaluation and the potential for ongoing project support, contingent upon successful initial outcomes.
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    The Global-X Challenge 2024, led by CAPT Andy Berner and Dr. Rhett W. Jefferies, aims to identify and fund innovative, multidisciplinary technology concepts from international research teams. The Office of Naval Research (ONR) Global facilitates collaboration among over 4,000 science and technology leaders involved in nationwide and international research partnerships. The initiative includes various programs, such as the Global Technology Awareness Visits (GTA), Visiting Scientist Portfolio (VSP), Collaborative Science Portfolio (CSP), and International Research Grants, designed to foster global scientific collaboration and technological advancements. Key submission dates for the challenge include a deadline for white paper submissions on March 18, 2024, and full proposals due by May 20, 2024. The challenge focuses on specific technological areas, including subsea object detection, personal expeditionary power solutions, and high latitude communications. The Global-X Challenge demonstrates the federal government’s commitment to expanding research capabilities and engaging with international partners in science and technology, ultimately enhancing naval operations and preparedness through innovative solutions.
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