Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach

The Department of Energy (DOE) Idaho Operations Office has released the Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach (RS&O) Notice of Funding Opportunity (DE-FOA-0003542). This grant aims to provide approximately $1,000,000 in funding for around five awards, each up to $200,000, with a project period of up to two years. The program supports U.S. universities and colleges with existing nuclear research reactors to share resources and capabilities with other educational institutions and the community. The objectives include strengthening nuclear science and engineering instruction, increasing collaboration, improving public awareness, and promoting nuclear science to cultivate the next-generation workforce. Eligible applicants are restricted to 24 specifically designated Host Institutions, with cost-sharing encouraged but not required. Applications are due by February 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST, and must be submitted via NEUP.gov after completing SAM.gov registration. Evaluation criteria prioritize impact on nuclear education and outreach, logical path to completion, and team capabilities.

The Department of Energy (DOE) Idaho Operations Office has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) DE-FOA-0003542 for Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach. This grant aims to support U.S. universities and colleges with existing nuclear research reactors in sharing their resources to promote nuclear energy curriculum development, increase collaboration, improve public awareness, and recruit the next generation of nuclear energy workforce. Approximately $1,000,000 is available for about five awards, with individual awards up to $200,000 for a project period of up to two years. Applications are due by February 27, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST. Eligibility is restricted to a list of 24 designated Host Institutions with nuclear research reactors. Cost-sharing is encouraged but not required, and all work must be performed in the United States. Applications will be evaluated based on impact on education and outreach, logical path to completion, and team capabilities and experience. Foreign entities are ineligible, and each Host Institution may submit only one application.