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Research drives excellence in the College of Engineering by serving as a magnet to attract and retain outstanding faculty and students. Funding opportunities relevant to the College of Engineering will be posted here. If you are interested in pursuing any of these opportunities please contact ERI at eri-pre@iastate.edu for assistance or additional information. New opportunities are posted weekly. To have the new opportunities delivered directly to your inbox please subscribe using your ISU email address. One email per week.

 

 

Corrosion of Additive – Tested At Component Scale (CATACS)

America Makes

Corrosion of Additive – Tested At Component Scale (CATACS) – America Makes

Posted Date: October 6, 2025
Submissions Due: December 2, 2025, 5:00pm EST

Virtual Kickoff Webinar (Industry Day) – Registration Required click here

Additive manufacturing (AM) is of significant interest to the Department of Defense as it enables rapid, customizable production. However, AM qualification and certification for metal parts remain a barrier due to a lack of widely accepted testing and processing methods. Material properties produced from AM can differ from traditional manufacturing methods, leading to unique corrosion concerns. The CATACS program aims to establish and validate a framework for evaluating AM metal part corrosion testing needs, focusing on representative testing at the component scale in two critical areas: high-temperature environments and thermal management systems.

By addressing these gaps, the CATACS program looks to accelerate the adoption of AM parts in high-performance defense systems by establishing a reliable corrosion testing framework that streamlines certification, strengthening manufacturing readiness, and scaling the defense industrial base.

The CATACS request for proposal (RFP) is separated into two topic areas.

  • Topic 1 – Corrosion of AM Components at Elevated Temperatures: Demonstrate corrosion performance of AM components requiring elevated temperature capability in representative environments beyond lab air, considering pressure-vessel conditions, fuel-air mixtures, differing surface exposures, and metallurgical interactions with adjacent components.
  • Topic 2 – Corrosion of AM Components for Thermal Management: Demonstrate corrosion performance of metal AM thermal management components, focusing on interactions between AM microstructures and one or more working fluids under varying thermal conditions across complex geometries and flow channels.

Improving Efficiency, Reliability, and Flexibility of Coal-Based Power Plants

D0E

DE-FOA-0003607

https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360732

Posted Date: October 6, 2025

Due Date: TBD

Notice of Intent

This Notice of Intent (NOI) is for informational purposes only and the Department of Energy (DOE) is not seeking comments on the information contained in this notice. Applications are not accepted at this time. Any information contained in this notice is subject to change. This Notice of Intent (NOI) DE-FOA-0003607, is to Issue Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) No. DE-FOA-0003606, titled, “Improving Efficiency, Reliability, and Flexibility of Coal-Based Power Plants” The objectives of the planned projects are to facilitate the development of advanced wastewater management systems, dual firing retrofits, and natural gas cofiring systems for coal-fired facilities with a compelling opportunity for strategic refurbishment. Achieving this goal would help enable a rapid and cost-effective path to ensuring affordable, reliable, secure power at scale to address the surging demand from national defense installations, semiconductor fabrication plants, AI data centers, critical mineral processing, and industrial re-shoring, all of which require access to power.

(RFI) Advanced Propulsion Acquistion Contract (APAC) Multiple Award Contract (MAC) Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract

DoD
FA8626-25-R-B008

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/4a73f0d60d49486db209c8671f377160/view

Posted Date: Oct 02, 2025

Response Date: Oct 15, 2025

Inactive Date: Oct 30, 2025

THIS IS A REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) ONLY. The Advanced Propulsion Acquisition Contract (APAC) MAC Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract is designed to provide the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Propulsion Directorate (AFLCMC/LP) with the capacity to: a) rapidly develop technologies for novel propulsion capabilities, b) implement unique solutions and innovative ideas, c) advance new technologies and system concepts that provide evolutionary, revolutionary, and disruptive capabilities for the United States Air Force and strategic partners, and d) enables a rapid response applicable to all areas and lifecycle phases of propulsion development including technology maturation, concept development, concept demonstrations, integration, procurement, production, fielding, operations, and sustainment to quickly meet current and future propulsion system requirements, while maximizing the use of the digital environment

Notice of Intent-Future Program Announcement: Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI) 2026 Solicitation

DoD

DARPA-SN-26-01

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/62439507da55469394caf85b110aed75/view

Posted Date: Oct 02, 2025

Due Date: Dec 01, 2025

The purpose of this Special Notice (SN) is to provide public notification of additional research areas of interest to the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Microsystems Technology Office (MTO), specifically for the Quantum Benchmarking Initiative (QBI) program. It has been credibly hypothesized—but not proven—that quantum computers will have a transformative impact on a variety of scientific and technical disciplines. DARPA is interested in novel and innovative approaches to constructing an industrially useful fault-tolerant quantum computer and applications that can run on those machines.

Expedited Research Innovation System (ERIS)

DARPA

Solicitation: DARPA-PS-25-05-ST01

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/b3bffeeac6534909aaa373375d818f88/view

Posted Date: October 01, 2025

Proposals Due: December 31, 2025

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Expedited Research Innovation System (ERIS) is a long-term, open call for new and novel technology solutions. The DARPA ERIS program leverages a “Special Topic Area” process which allows DARPA the opportunity collect submissions against specific problem sets that fall outside of the normal ERIS enduring Topic Areas. For this special topic area (STA), DARPA seeks solutions or capabilities that deliver breakthrough technological advancements for the “DARPAVERSE” program. The DARPAVERSE program aims to create a collaborative environment transforming how warfighters, analysts, and program managers interact with complex modeling systems, developing and deploying models of complex multi-domain problems iteratively to improve assumptions and solution quality with each iteration, approaching a Pareto-frontier of dominating solutions.
This program seeks to achieve a new, iterative capability to develop multi-domain models of
concepts and scenarios in less than a day. To enable this capability, DARPAVERSE will establish a comprehensive model repository, along with methods to compose these models into orchestrated workflows using dependent type systems to understand correct composition using natural language interfaces that bridge communication gaps between technical and non-technical users.

Biological Technologies

DARPA

Solicitation: HR001126S0003

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/8d403582edfd409795560247e8d229b7/view

Proposal Abstract Due Date: September 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM

Proposal Due Date: September 30, 2026, at 4:00 PM

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Biological Technologies Office (BTO) is soliciting proposals that leverage biological properties and processes to revolutionize our ability to protect the nation’s warfighters. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.
BTO harnesses advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) to create new opportunities for transformative science across the biological spectrum. Warfighter health and well-being are critical to mission success. BTO develops diagnostic and assessment systems to identify chemical and biological threats, medical countermeasures, and novel approaches to tactical care and warfighter performance and recovery on and off the battlefield. BTO also leverages biological processes, technologies, and manufacturing opportunities to create resilient infrastructures and supply chains, protective solutions, and innovative sensors to ensure mission success in any location.

Broad Agency Announcement

FAA / UAS

Solicitation: 697DCK-25-R-00278

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/b21f5b8f19d74a479b1ce8befa69ad54/view

Posted Date: September 30, 2025

White Papers Due: Accepted any time before September 20, 2028

This UAS BAA is issued under the FAA Acquisition Management System (AMS) under authority 49 USC 106(1) and (m). This issuance of a UAS BAA is a means of soliciting Whitepapers or Proposals related to the integration of UAS into the NAS. A UAS BAA may be used by agencies to fulfill the requirements for scientific study and experimentation directed toward advancing the state-of-the-art or increasing knowledge or understanding, rather than focusing on a specific system or hardware solution. The UAS BAA is only used when meaningful Whitepapers or Proposals with varying technical / scientific approaches can be reasonably anticipated.

Young Faculty Award (YFA) 2026

DARPA

Solicitation: DARPARA2502

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/6e1c9f0b12e14294a3e25469bca75d8a/view

Posted Date: September 30, 2025

Executive Summary Due Date: October 15, 2025 by 4:00 pm Et

Proposal Due Date: January 20, 2026 by 4:00 pm ET

DARPA is soliciting innovative research proposals in the areas of interest to the following DARPA technical offices: Defense Sciences Office (DSO), Biological Technologies Office (BTO), Information Innovation Office (I2O), and the Microsystems Technology Office (MTO).
Further detail regarding the specific technical areas of interest can be found under Section I.C “Topic Areas (TA).” Proposed research should investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.
Submissions responding to a TA under this Research Announcement (RA) should clearly describe the relevance and impact of the proposed concept for addressing the national security challenges identified in the TA description; the current state-of-the-art technology; new insights to address the TA challenges; a credible research plan and schedule; and critical, quantitative milestones to be pursued over the research period.
This RA seeks cooperative agreement proposals only for a research activity consisting of a 24- month base period with a maximum total funding of $500,000 over the 24 months. Each 12- month interval of the base period shall not exceed $250,000. Proposals should also include an additional 12-month option period with a maximum funding level of $500,000. Only a cooperative agreement award instrument will be issued under this RA.

Applications for Cyber Warfare: Genesis

AFRL

Solicitation: FA8750-25-S-7006

https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/595e7a0dfb114b60bd7e5dc5671f6814/view

Posted Date: September 30, 2025

Proposal Due Dates:  By 6:00 pm ET

FY26 by 30 Dec 2025
FY27 by 30 Sep 2026
FY28 by 30 Sep 2027
FY29 by 30 Sep 2028
FY30 by 30 Sep 2029

The Air Force Research Laboratory is soliciting white papers under this Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) to research, design, develop, implement, and refine next-generation cyber warfare capabilities to advance the nation’s ability to prepare and fight wars as well as to build enduring advantages in Cyberspace.  This includes both cyber platforms and cyber weaponry.

The Internet enables global connectivity, communication, and innovation. It has brought increased prosperity to the United States, inaugurating new industries and revitalizing old ones. It has also helped to ensure the superiority of the Joint Force, strengthening our ability to coordinate and quickly adapt to dynamic circumstances. In this decisive decade, the success of our Nation depends upon a free, open, and secure cyberspace.

The Department of Defense’s (DoD) experiences have shown that cyber capabilities held in reserve or employed in isolation render little deterrent effect on their own. Instead, these military capabilities are most effective when used in concert with other instruments of national power, creating a deterrent greater than the sum of its parts. In this way, cyberspace operations represent an indispensable element of United States and Allied military strength and form a core component of integrated deterrence.

The DoD will also use cyberspace operations for the purpose of campaigning, undertaking actions to limit, frustrate, or disrupt adversaries’ activities below the level of armed conflict and to achieve favorable security conditions. By persistently engaging malicious cyber actors and other malign threats to United States interests in cyberspace, United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) will support Department-wide campaigns to strengthen deterrence and gain advantages. As it campaigns in cyberspace, the Department will remain closely attuned to adversary perceptions and will manage the risk of unintended escalation.

 

Global Infectious Disease Research Training Program

NIH

Solicitation: PAR-24-174

https://www.fic.nih.gov/Programs/Pages/infectious-disease.aspx?utm_source=funding-news&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=funding-news

Posted Date: August 8, 2022

Proposal Due Date: August 06, 2026

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) encourages joint applications for the Global Infectious Disease (GID) Research Training programs from low- and middle-income country (LMIC) and U.S. institutions. The application should propose a collaborative training program that will strengthen the capacity of a LMIC institution to conduct infectious disease research (not including HIV/AIDS). FIC will support research training programs that focus on 1) major endemic or life-threatening emerging infectious diseases, 2) neglected tropical diseases, 3) infections that frequently occur as co-infections in HIV infected individuals or 4) infections or microbiomes associated with non-communicable disease conditions of public health importance in LMICs.Advanced scientific training related to prevention, treatment or public health approaches to any technical area of basic, epidemiological, clinical, behavioral or social science health research may be supported. Research training programs should incorporate didactic, mentored research and professional development skills components to prepare individuals for sustainable careers that will have significant impact on the priority health research needs of LMICs.

This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) allows appointment of Trainees (D43) proposing to serve as the lead investigator of an independent clinical trial; or proposing a separate ancillary clinical trial; or proposing to gain research experience in a clinical trial led by another investigator, as part of their research and career development.

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