Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE)
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- Posted
- Jul 16, 2026
- Amount
- $50,000,000 - $150,000,000
- Closes
- Aug 17, 2026 (in 32 days)
Classification and identifiers
- Solicitation number
- HQ003426NFOECAD04
- Assistance listing (CFDA)
- 12.630
Amount
$50,000,000 - $150,000,000
Who can apply
Only the Virginia Tech Applied Research Cooperation is eligible for awards under this NOFO. U.S. DoW Laboratories and Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs) are not allowed to receive funds directly or via sub-awards.
About this opportunity
Bridging foundational academic research and strategic innovation for the Defense enterprise, the Center for Foundational Academic Research and Strategic Innovation for the Defense Enterprise (C-FARSIDE) will facilitate deep transdisciplinary collaborations among top-tier scholars, informed by defense strategists, that will transform rigorous and blue-sky research into breakthrough national security solutions and build a deep and lasting relationship between academia, foundations, international partners, industry and venture capital, and the DoW. The awardee will support technology scouting and transition, as well as collaboration activities that accelerate innovation and improve mission effectiveness. The awardee will also conduct and enable transdisciplinary research, bridging academic di...