Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC)
Assistance Coordination
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- Posted
- Jul 6, 2026
- Amount
- $100,000 - $2,000,000
- Closes
- Sep 30, 2026 (in 41 days)
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Classification and identifiers
- Solicitation number
- DFOP0019227
- Assistance listing (CFDA)
- 19.502
Amount
$100,000 - $2,000,000
Who can apply
The following organizations are eligible to apply: Public and private educational institutions - Corporations and for-profit organizations - Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations - Public International Organizations and governmental institutions…
About this opportunity
The Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC) Program supports joint scientific research and innovation partnerships between the United States, Israel, and countries across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The program funds applied research projects that address shared regional challenges while advancing U.S. economic, technological, and strategic interests. MERC is designed to bring together researchers, technical experts, and institutions to work on projects that go beyond basic research and demonstrate clear potential for application, commercialization, and broader adoption. MERC prioritizes efforts that strengthen U.S. technological leadership, expand opportunities for U.S. businesses, promote the use of U.S. technologies, and build long-term partnerships in the region. The progr...
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