Summary
The DARPA Young Faculty Award (YFA) program aims to support early-career researchers in academia and non-profit research institutions by providing funding for innovative research that addresses Department of Defense needs and enhances national security. Eligible applicants include junior researchers without prior DARPA funding. Interested parties can submit proposals, and for more information, they can contact the BAA Coordinator at YFA2026@darpa.mil.
Full description
Description
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Young Faculty Award (YFA) program aims to identify and engage rising stars in junior research positions in academia and equivalent positions at non-profit research institutions, particularly those without prior DARPA funding, to expose them to Department of Defense (DoD) needs and DARPA’s mission to create and prevent technological surprise for national security. The YFA program will provide high-impact funding to researchers early in their careers to develop innovative new research that enables transformative DoD capabilities. Ultimately, the YFA program is developing the next generation of researchers focused on national security issues.
Eligibility
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal that shall be considered by DARPA. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information.
Grantor contact information
Description
BAA Coordinator
YFA2026@darpa.mil
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