Next Generation of Academia-Based Cyber Research, Development, and Demonstration (RD&D)
This funding opportunity supports universities and other eligible organizations in developing cybersecurity solutions to protect energy infrastructure from cyber threats over a five-year period.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is offering a funding opportunity for the Next Generation of Academia-Based Cyber Research, Development, and Demonstration (RD&D) program. This initiative aims to support university-based research and development efforts to integrate cybersecurity tools and technologies into energy infrastructure, enhancing resilience against cyber threats. The program is structured to cover a 5-year period, allowing for ongoing participation and evaluation. The funding opportunity is designed to build strategic capabilities within the energy sector through academic partnerships, focusing on advancing cybersecurity for energy delivery systems. Eligible applicants include domestic entities such as institutes of higher education, for-profit and non-profit organizations, state and local government entities, and Indian Tribes. The application deadline is February 18, 2025, with an anticipated award date of September 30, 2025, and a total funding amount of $10,000,000 available for this opportunity.
Award Range
Not specified - $10,000,000
Total Program Funding
$10,000,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
Yes - 20% of total project costs for Research & Development (R&D) and 50% of total project costs for Demonstration
Additional Details
Approximate total available funding including all topic areas: $10,000,000 in FY 2025.
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
DOE FFRDCs and non-DOE FFRDCs are eligible to apply as subrecipients only.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
Not specified
Application Closes
February 18, 2025
Grantor
U.S. Department of Energy
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