Research and Funding Opportunities

Don’t miss your chance to access world-class instruments, resources, and expertise from multiple Department of Energy Office of Science user facilities and partner institutions in a single project!

Submit a letter of intent today for either of the following Facilities Integrating Collaborations for User Science (FICUS) program proposal calls.

FY27 FICUS EMSL-ARM proposal call
Letter of intent deadline: Feb. 4, 2026 (Wednesday) at 5 p.m. PST
FY27 FICUS Research proposal call
Letter of intent deadline: Feb. 19, 2026 (Thursday) at 5 p.m. PST
Learn more about the FY27 FICUS proposal calls and submit your letter of intent

Questions? Contact EMSL User Program Services.

The Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory (EMSL) is a Department of Energy Office of Science national user facility that accelerates scientific discovery and pioneers new capabilities to understand biological and environmental processes across temporal and spatial scales. EMSL leads the scientific community toward a predictive understanding of complex biological and environmental systems to enable sustainable solutions to the nation’s energy and environmental challenges.

Now Available: Agriculture and Food Research Initiative: Strengthening Agricultural Systems NOFO

01/29/2026

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Funding Opportunity

Agriculture and Food Research Initiative:
Strengthening Agricultural Systems

USDA NIFA’s Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Strengthening Agricultural Systems Notice of Funding Opportunity aims to help transform the U.S. food and agricultural system to increase agricultural production while enhancing farmer prosperity. Achieving this goal will require transdisciplinary approaches to address current and future food and agricultural challenges within the context of the economic viability of farm operations, quality of life for farmers and society as a whole, and the most efficient use of resources.

New in FY 2026

NIFA is soliciting applications under two Program Area Priorities:

Strengthening Agricultural Systems (A9201)

New Uses and Expanding Markets for Agriculture and Forestry Products
Solutions to Pests and Diseases of Plants or Animals
Combating Food and Diet-Related Chronic Diseases

Artificial Intelligence for K-12 Food and Agricultural Sciences (A9231)

Deadline

Letter of Intent: Feb. 26, 2026
Application:

March 26, 2026 (A9201)
April 23, 2026 (A9231)

Anticipated Program Funding

$140,000,000

Read the NOFO

USDA NIFA invests in and advances high-impact agricultural research, education, and Extension to solve the Nation’s pressing challenges, grow U.S. agricultural innovation and competitiveness, fuel rural prosperity, and develop the future agricultural workforce.

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FY26 NASA Aerospace Skilled Technical Workforce Hubs (NAS_Hub)
Cooperative Agreement Notice (CAN)
Announcement Number: NNH26ZHA001C
Assistance Listing Number: 43.008

This opportunity seeks proposals to establish state or regionally focused Skilled Technical Workforce Hubs (NAS_Hubs) that will serve as strategic centers for developing and sustaining a skilled technical workforce aligned with aerospace industry and NASA mission needs.

The NAS_Hub NOFO has been released and may be found in NASA’s Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System (NSPIRES) on the NAS_Hub landing page.

Key Dates

1. NOFO Released: February 3, 2026

2. Pre-Proposal Webinar for Proposers: Wednesday February 18, 2026, 2:00pm-3:00 ET

3. Office Hours Session: Tuesday March 3, 2026, 2:00-3:00pm ET

4. Proposal Deadline: March 20, 2026, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (ET)

5. Anticipated Award Notification: June 2026

About the Opportunity

The rapid expansion of the space economy and renewed national priorities in human space exploration have created an urgent demand for a robust skilled technical workforce—individuals in critical science- and engineering-based roles who do not require a bachelor’s degree. To address nationwide shortages and ensure U.S. competitiveness in aerospace and defense, NASA OSTEM is launching the NASA Aerospace Skilled Technical Workforce Hubs (NAS_Hub) initiative.

Through this NOFO, NASA seeks lead organizations to establish hubs that:

1. Collaborate with aerospace employers to align education and training with industry-defined workforce needs

2. Partner with community colleges and high school Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs to deliver hands-on, industry-aligned learning experiences

3. Coordinate with state or regional workforce development system

4. Build clear and sustainable employment pathways into high-demand aerospace technical careers

NAS_Hubs will serve as focal points for aligning education, workforce, industry, and government partners to accelerate workforce readiness over a three-year period of performance.

Pre-Proposal Webinar and Technical Assistance

NASA OSTEM will host an interactive pre-proposal webinar for the NAS_Hub opportunity. This session will provide an in-depth overview of the NOFO, including program goals, eligibility requirements, proposal preparation guidance, and submission tips. Proposers will also have the opportunity to receive technical assistance and clarification from NASA staff.

Prior to attending a webinar, proposers are strongly encouraged to review the full NAS_Hub NOFO and to check the NAS_Hub landing page in NSPIRES regularly for updates and additional guidance.

Registration will be required for the webinar. Connection details will be provided upon completion of registration. Webinar dates, times, registration links, and connection information will be posted on the NAS_Hub landing page in NSPIRES.

After the session, recordings and presentation materials will be made available on the NAS_Hub landing page for those unable to attend live.

Planned webinar opportunities include:

1. Pre-Proposal Webinar for Proposers

Wednesday February 18, 2026, 2:00pm-3:00 ET

Overview of the NAS_Hub opportunity and proposal requirements

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

2. Office Hours Session

Tuesday March 3, 2026, 2:00-3:00pm ET

Last opportunity for questions prior to the proposal deadline

CLICK HERE TO JOIN

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include:

1. State, county, city, township, special district, and tribal governments

2. Public and private institutions of higher education

3. Nonprofit organizations

4. For-profit organizations and small businesses

Proposals must include partnerships with, at a minimum:

1. Three aerospace industry collaborators supporting NASA’s work

2. Community college career and technical education program

3. High school career and technical education program

4. State or regional workforce development system

5. NASA Center or other NASA facility

Award Information

1. Maximum Annual Award: $500,000

2. Maximum Total Award: $1,500,000 over three years

3. Cost Sharing: Not required

How to Apply

Proposals must be submitted electronically via NASA’s Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System (NSPIRES). Registration in NSPIRES and an active SAM.gov registration are required.

Contact Information

For technical assistance with NSPIRES
NSPIRES Help Desk available Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM ET
(202) 479-9376
nspires-help@nasaprs.com

Program Contact

Maria Arredondo
Next Gen STEM Program Manager
NASA Office of STEM Engagement
Mary W. Jackson NASA Headquarters

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