Learn more about federal sponsors by accessing the dropdown below.
- Agency for Internation Development (USAID)
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USAID supports research that is intended to produce knowledge that will offer solutions to specific development challenges including broad-based economic growth; environment; population, health and nutrition; democracy; and providing humanitarian assistance and aiding post-crisis transitions.
- Department of Agriculture (USDA)
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The USDA supports food and agriculture research, including biotechnology, genomics, pest management, biofuels, and childhood obesity.
- Department of Commerce (DOC)
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The DOC supports projects that foster economic growth and the creation of new American jobs to ensure sustainable economic opportunities.
- Department of Energy (DOE)
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The DOE funds a wide range of research related to energy.
Meet the Decision Makers Webinar: Office of Science, Department of Energy (DOE)
October 17, 2024
Natalia Melcer, Senior Technical Advisor
Office of Science, Department of Energy
natalia.melcer@science.doe.govThe DOE’s Office of Science (SC) is the nation’s largest federal sponsor of basic research in the physical sciences and a major supporter of research in physics, materials science, computing, and chemistry. This presentation introduced the breadth of research the SC supports, the types of user facilities available for researchers, upcoming solicitations, and recent policy updates
- Economic Development Administration (EDA)
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The EDA supports projects to create jobs and advance global competitiveness.
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
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The EPA funds research that will improve the scientific basis for national environmental decisions.
- Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
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HUD supports research on housing, urban issues and policy analysis.
- Intelligence Advanced Research Projects Agency (IARPA)
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IARPA invests in high-risk, high-payoff research programs to tackle some of the most difficult challenges of the agencies and disciplines in the Intelligence Community.
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
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NASA seeks to develop innovative technologies, knowledge, and infrastructures to support decisions for human exploration and to promote international and commercial participation in U.S. exploration efforts.
- National Endowment for the Arts (NEA)
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The NEA is the largest funder of the arts and arts education in communities nationwide.
Meet the Decision Makers Webinar: NEA Office of Research & Analysis
November 6, 2024
Alexzandra Fogle, Program Analyst
National Endowment for the Arts, Office of Research & Analysis
foglea@arts.govMs. Fogle spoke about the NEA’s research focus, funding opportunities, and tips and strategies to successfully apply for fellowships and grants. The NEA supports numerous funding opportunities for individuals and programs in the arts and humanities, including Our Town, Grants for Arts Projects, Challenge America, and the Creative Writing and Translation Project Fellowships.
- National Institute of Justice (NIJ)
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NIJ provides grants for research, development and evaluation projects relating to criminal justice and forensic laboratory enhancement. Also funds research fellowships.
- National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
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NOAA supports research on the structure and behavior of the ocean, atmosphere, and related ecosystems.
- United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (U.S. NRC)
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U.S. NRC supports education and research on nuclear materials safety and other nuclear-related issues.
- U.S. Department of State -- Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA)
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ECA supports academic, cultural and professional exchange and training programs.