Federal Grants

The INQS program is a collaboration between AFOSR and LPS, and we seek revolutionary qubit approaches to quantum computation that have the potential to significantly advance scalable fault-tolerant quantum computing (FTQC) beyond current state-of-the-art methods. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) invites proposals for basic research into solid-state qubits for quantum computing at various stages of maturity. Qubits of interest may support one or more of the required functions in a FTQC system. These functions may include, but are not limited to, data processing, memory storage, communication, spectator roles, or measurement. Proposals should clearly address: (1) the function(s) the qubit is expected to serve, (2) how it can be integrated into a plausible FTQC system, and (3) its potential to advance toward qubits suitable for FTQC. Furthermore, proposals must align with one of the following themes: Theme 1: New Qubits This theme explores completely novel or underdeveloped qubits that have both a credible research path toward utility in an FTQC system and promising advantages over current state-of-the-art methods. Theme 2: Renew Qubits This theme focuses on applying unconventional approachessuch as novel qubit operation techniques, fabrication methods, or designsto significantly advance specific qubit functions in state-of-the-art quantum processors1 for utility in plausible FTQC systems. This opportunity seeks to fund proposals in two (2) specific theme areas. Please see the announcement for more information. If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: Aleah L. Parker Grantor Email

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations and local governments in enhancing public engagement and education in the arts across diverse communities through various artistic disciplines.

This funding opportunity is designed for research institutions within the Rocky Mountain Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit network to study and improve the immune health of endangered bumble bee species, focusing on strategies to combat the pathogen threatening their populations.

This funding opportunity supports advanced research projects in biological anthropology, focusing on human and primate evolution, and is intended for faculty-level researchers at U.S. institutions and nonprofits.

This funding opportunity provides financial and technical support to state laboratories to improve their food testing and surveillance capabilities, enhancing public health safety against foodborne contaminants.

This program provides funding for research projects that investigate human development across the lifespan, focusing on various factors such as perception, cognition, and social behavior, and is open to a wide range of organizations, including educational institutions and research entities.

This program provides funding for innovative research in statistical methods and data collection techniques that benefit social, behavioral, and economic research, particularly through collaboration with federal statistical agencies.

This funding opportunity supports innovative basic research in behavioral and social sciences to improve the Army's ability to develop and retain professional Soldiers, targeting universities, nonprofits, and commercial organizations.

This competition invites university students to develop innovative aviation technologies that improve agricultural practices and address climate challenges, with a focus on enhancing efficiency and resilience in farming by 2035.

This grant provides financial support of up to $50,000 to published prose writers in the U.S. to help them focus on their writing, conduct research, and advance their careers.

This initiative provides training and funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations in the Appalachian region to strengthen their operations and better serve their communities.

This funding opportunity supports faculty research at predominantly undergraduate institutions to enhance scholarly engagement, build research capacity, and integrate research with undergraduate education.

This funding initiative provides support for researchers studying global and national security issues, including conflict resolution and the impact of environmental stressors, to enhance understanding and develop innovative methodologies.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to federally recognized Indian Tribes and Tribal Organizations to help cover the costs of negotiating self-governance agreements for better control over their healthcare services.

This program provides funding for researchers in social psychology to explore how social influences shape human behavior and experiences, emphasizing innovative and empirical studies that address fundamental social processes.

This funding opportunity supports researchers in cultural anthropology to conduct innovative and rigorous studies that deepen our understanding of human cultural and social diversity across various scales.

This grant provides financial support for doctoral students in linguistics at U.S. higher education institutions to enhance their dissertation research through various research activities and interdisciplinary projects.

This funding opportunity supports research that explores how political and administrative systems affect public services and policy outcomes, targeting scholars and institutions in the social sciences.

This grant provides funding to local organizations in Nepal to empower them in leading their own development efforts across various sectors, including democracy, economic growth, health, education, and natural resource management.

This funding opportunity supports researchers with a Ph.D. to explore fundamental aspects of human language, including its structure and use, while encouraging interdisciplinary projects that connect linguistics with cognitive science, social sciences, and computational studies.