Briefings on the Air Force Office of Scientific Research Broad Agency Announcement

The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) recently released a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) outlining the U.S. Air Force Defense Research Sciences Program to solicit proposals for basic research. ERIK’s Research Development team will hold a series of virtual briefings for researchers to learn about the programs under the AFOSR BAA and win themes and garner tips and tricks for submission. There will also be time for questions.

AFOSR manages the basic research portfolio for the US Air Force and Space Force, ensuring long-term technological advantage through fundamental science. Their mission is to discover, shape, and champion transformational science through research efforts. Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis, with priority dates for certain topics. Subject to appropriations, the program encompasses $200 million, with individual awards ranging from $100,000 to $300,000 per year for 3-5 years

Sessions:

• Thursday, July 10 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
  Initial overview of the BAA, general program parameters and submission tips and tricks with Q&A session.
• Wednesday July 16 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
  RTA1 Engineering and Complex Systems strategic programs and opportunities with Q&A session.
• Thursday July 17 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
  RTA2 Information and Networks strategic programs and opportunities with Q&A session.
• Wednesday July 23 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
  RTB1 Physical Sciences strategic programs and opportunities with Q&A session.
• Thursday July 24 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
  RTB2 Chemistry and Biological Sciences strategic programs and opportunities with Q&A session.
   

Questions? Contact Kripa Padmanabhan.