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HCN Grants Est. 2026
No. FA7000-21-S-0001 · Air Force Academy
Open

Research Interests of the United States Air Force Academy (formerly USAFA-BAA-2021)

grants.gov listing ↗ Full announcement (NOFO) ↗
Dealbreakers No cost share required Audit: not stated
Not reimbursement-only
“the Government may award any appropriate contract type under the FAR or Non-FAR instruments (i.e., Other Transaction (OT) for research efforts, or grants and cooperative agreements).” — From the announcement

At a glance

This announcement seeks research that supports USAFA cadet learning, faculty development, and Air Force mission needs. It covers aeronautics, high performance computing, hypersonic simulation, astronautics and space systems, life sciences, chemistry, computer science and cyberspace, and aircraft structural life extension. The text says applicants may include commercial or academic partners, and many centers expect or encourage cadet participation and on-site collaboration. No award size, award count, or cost-share requirements are stated. Some research areas are restricted to specific USAFA centers or to work in support of the Air Force, DoD, NASA, or other government and commercial sponsors.

AI-generated summary — verify against the announcement

What it funds

  • Science and Technology and other Research and Development
  • Research & Discovery
  • Training, Fellowship & Career Development
  • Researchers & Scholars
  • Students & Learners (K-12 and Postsecondary)
  • AI, Computing & Cybersecurity
  • Defense, National Security & Aerospace
  • Engineering, Physical & Mathematical Sciences
Official description from grants.gov

The USAFA invests in an active research program for three main reasons. First and foremost, research significantly enhances the cadet learning experience. Our research is done by, for and with cadets who work alongside fellow cadets and faculty mentors. Research provides cadets with rich independent learning opportunities as they tackle ill-defined problems and are challenged to apply their knowledge and abilities. Second, our research program provides opportunities essential for faculty development. Research broadens and deepens the experience base of the faculty. This infuses current, relevant, state-of-the-art and cutting-edge applications and examples into the curriculum. This also helps our faculty remain current in their respective fields. Third, at USAFA we strive to conduct research to enhance the ability of the Air Force to perform its mission. There are ongoing research projects spanning topics as diverse as super hypersonics, cyber security, spatial disorientation, athletic performance and homeland defense. This BAA offers a vehicle for research to be performed to satisfy these three objectives, while also meeting research needs of industry counterparts/serve a public purpose. USAFA’s partnerships with non-Government firms enables development in the public arena, stimulating the studies in the greater technical community. All awards issued against this BAA must serve to benefit the objectives identified above.

Who can apply

  • Unrestricted
Geographic restriction None found in the announcement — likely nationwide
Set-aside Set aside or prioritized for: HBCU; Other minority-serving institution
“USAFA particularly encourages white paper/proposals from small businesses, historically black colleges and universities, minority institutions and minority researchers.” — From the announcement