The Air Force Research Lab’s Airman Readiness Medical Research (ARMR) Hybrid BAA (FA8650-20-S-6008) seeks proposals for research focused on enhancing the medical readiness and operational performance of Airmen. The program supports studies to optimize Airmen's health and resilience in high-stress, high-demand mission environments, addressing both physical and psychological challenges. The research objective is twofold: first, to maintain Airmen's medical readiness by examining sensory, behavioral, physiological, and environmental factors (e.g., chemical, biological, and radiological stressors); second, to study the impacts of the flight environment on physical health, homeostasis, and injury risk, aiming to mitigate adverse effects to optimize performance.
Funding is available through various instruments, including cooperative agreements, grants, and procurement contracts. The program does not require cost-sharing, and the eligibility for applicants is broad, encouraging submissions from academic institutions, industry, and other research organizations. Specific award amounts are not predefined, providing flexibility in the scope of projects proposed under this announcement.
The closing date for applications is May 1, 2025. Interested applicants should initially submit white papers aligned with the ARMR program goals for optimizing Airman health and performance in operational settings. Full application details, including submission guidelines and further information, are available in the program's announcement.
Applicants seeking further assistance or clarification regarding the program details can contact Amber A. Taylor, the contracting officer, via the provided email.
