U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences Broad Agency Announcement for Basic Research (Fiscal Year 2026)
ID: 358408Type: Posted
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Buyer

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

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358408
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    The Department of the Army, through the U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (ARI), is inviting proposals for its Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) for basic research in fiscal year 2026. The initiative seeks to advance foundational research in four strategic areas: Measurement of Individuals and Collectives, Teams and Small Groups, Organizations and Systems, and Formal and Informal Learning and Development, aimed at enhancing personnel readiness and performance in alignment with Army modernization priorities. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations, and commercial entities, with funding provided via grants and cooperative agreements. White papers are due by March 9, 2025, and final proposals must be submitted by July 1, 2025, with anticipated awards ranging from October 2025 to September 2026. For inquiries, contact Wilveria A. Sanders at wilveria.a.sanders.civ@army.mil or by phone at 803-968-1625.

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    FY25_ARI_BASIC_FOA-BRU.pdf
    The U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences (ARI) has issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for basic scientific research in fiscal year 2026. The announcement invites proposals addressing four strategic areas: Measurement of Individuals and Collectives, Teams and Small Groups, Organizations and Systems, and Formal and Informal Learning and Development. The goal is to support foundational research that enhances personnel readiness and performance while adhering to Army modernization priorities. Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, non-profits, and commercial entities, with funding administered via grants and cooperative agreements. Proposals should include comprehensive research plans, addressing unique challenges the Army faces in personnel science. Submissions must have a white paper submitted by March 9, 2025, and final proposals by July 1, 2025, with awards anticipated between October 2025 and September 2026. Research findings should stimulate new basic behavioral studies to benefit Army units and personnel. Proposals emphasizing innovation and collaboration across disciplines are particularly welcomed, while projects focused on applied research or specific technological developments will not be supported.
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