Fusion Innovation Research Engine (FIRE) Collaboraives
ID: 354411Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Office of Science (PAMS-SC)

Award Range

$8M - $20M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354411
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Energy (DOE) is offering a funding opportunity under the Fusion Energy Sciences (FES) program for the Fusion Innovation Research Engine (FIRE) Collaboratives. This initiative aims to establish a collaborative framework that accelerates advancements in fusion energy by bridging the gap between basic science research and practical applications, focusing on sustaining a burning plasma, engineering materials for extreme conditions, and harnessing fusion energy. The FIRE Collaboratives are designed to foster multi-institutional partnerships and promote inclusivity in research, with funding amounts ranging from $8 million to $20 million available for eligible applicants, which include various institutions except certain nonprofits engaged in lobbying. Interested parties should submit their applications by September 26, 2024, and can contact Guinevere Shaw at guinevere.shaw@science.doe.gov for further information.

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    DE-FOA-0003361.000002.pdf
    The Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) under the Fusion Energy Sciences (FES) program for the Fusion Innovation Research Engine (FIRE) Collaboratives. This initiative aims to create a collaborative framework to accelerate advancements in fusion energy, bridging the gap between basic science and practical applications. Amendments to the FOA update key deadlines, including pre-application and application submission dates. FIRE Collaboratives prioritize end-use inspired research, with a focus on three key drivers: sustaining a burning plasma, engineering materials for extreme conditions, and harnessing fusion energy. The initiative promotes multi-institutional partnerships, fostering dynamic hubs of innovation while encouraging inclusivity and equity within research. Award amounts range from $2 million to $5 million per year, with multi-institutional teams expected to submit joint applications. Eligible domestic applicants include institutions except for certain nonprofits engaged in lobbying. The DOE encourages timely pre-application submissions and emphasizes the importance of comprehensive research proposals that align with FESAC strategic goals. The FIRE Collaboratives are expected to substantially advance U.S. leadership in developing fusion energy as a clean and sustainable power source.
    DE-FOA-0003361.pdf
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