Description: The Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) is NASA’s massive annual omnibus solicitation. It explicitly welcomes international scientists to join research consortia under a “no-exchange-of-funds” framework, combining global expertise. Scope: Astrophysics, planetary sciences, heliophysics, and Earth climate observation. Application: 👉 APPLY NOW
National Announcements
NIH – Collaborative International Research Project (PF5)
Description: This mechanism allows foreign institutions to fully participate in US-led biomedical research. When a project is awarded, the budget allocated to the international partner is managed and disbursed directly to their home institution. Scope: Biomedicine, oncology, neuroscience, and public health. Application: 👉 APPLY NOW
DoD – CDMRP Medical Research Programs
Description: Managed by the US Department of Defense, the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs allocate over $1 billion annually to high-impact medical breakthroughs. These grants are fully open to academic and research institutions worldwide. Scope: Breast/prostate cancer, rare diseases, neurodegenerative disorders, and trauma care. Application: 👉 APPLY NOW
DoE – Office of Science Financial Assistance Program
Description: This continuous solicitation from the Department of Energy drives large-scale collaborative projects. It enables international researchers to co-develop projects and share computing or experimental infrastructure at US National Laboratories. Scope: High-energy particle physics, advanced computing, nuclear fusion, and materials science. Application: 👉 APPLY NOW
NSF – International Collaboration Supplements (OISE)
Description: Funded by the Office of International Science and Engineering, this program allows currently funded US principal investigators to request supplemental funds. These extensions are specifically dedicated to supporting joint activities with global partners. Scope: Artificial Intelligence, quantum computing, advanced physics, and engineering. Application: 👉 APPLY NOW
NOAA – Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
Description: NOAA’s annual BAA funds atmospheric and environmental research that cuts across traditional programs. It welcomes proposals from international consortia aiming to improve global environmental tech and observation. Scope: Oceanography, marine ecosystem monitoring, meteorology, and climate modeling. Application: 👉 APPLY NOW
Spaceflight Technology, Applications, and Research (STAR-7)
Application Deadline: July 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) NASA has opened applications for the seventh cohort of the Spaceflight Technology, Applications, and Research (STAR-7) virtual training program, which focuses on technologies, applications, and scientific research supporting biological experiments in space. The program is expected to run from September 2026 through February...
SBA Launches $1 Million Patriot Pitch Competition to Showcase America’s Entrepreneurs
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched the Patriot Pitch Competition, a national celebration of 250 years of American free enterprise and the small businesses that drive innovation, create jobs, and generate economic growth. Featuring a $1 million cash prize pool donated by Clover Network, Inc. (Clover), the competition is open to...
SBIR/STTR Programs Reauthorized; SBA Announces Return of America’s Seed Fund Week, May 12 to 14, 2026
Greetings, The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is pleased to announce President Trump signed the Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act into law, reauthorizing the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through September 30, 2031. This reauthorization ensures the continuation of America’s Seed Fund,...
Join America’s Seed Fund in Raleigh, NC. See special discount codes below.
From March 10 – 12, pending SBIR/STTR reauthorization, America’s Seed Fund will head to the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, for the SBIR/STTR Spring Innovation Conference. This three-day event provides a valuable opportunity to accelerate your innovation journey. SBIR/STTR Spring Innovation Conference March 10-12, 2026 Raleigh Convention Center Program Details and...