Research and Technology Development

Objective

To support and stimulate basic research, applied research and advanced research at educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and commercial firms, which may have military or dual-use application. This support may take the form of grants, cooperative agreements, or other transactions for research.

Who Can Apply

• Unrestricted by Entity Type

For grants, eligibility is limited to public and private educational institutions and nonprofit organizations operated for purposes in the public interest. For cooperative agreements, eligibility is limited to educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and commercial firms. Individuals are not eligible for these awards. Eligibility for TIAs is broader and may include all organizations and individuals, including commercial companies.

Who Benefits

• Private nonprofit institution/organization
• Other private institution/organization
• Public nonprofit institution/organization
• Other public institution/organization

Public and private educational institutions. Nonprofit organizations operated for purposes in the public interest and commercial firms.

Assistance Types

• Grant
• Cooperative Agreement
• Direct Payment for Specified Use

Program Contact

bethanie.healey@darpa.mil
703-526-1235