GlobalX Challenge 26.2: Naval Southern Hemisphere Space Weather and Plasmas (NSHSWP)
🏛 Office of Naval Research
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Can you apply?
This grant is for researchers and organizations seeking to develop advanced applied research theories with dual-use benefits for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Federal agencies, academic institutions, nonprofits, and private companies may be eligible to apply. The challenge focuses on accelerating knowledge generation and proving or disproving research concepts on expedited timelines. Applicants must demonstrate how their work could lead to game-changing capabilities with both military and commercial applications.
Specific eligibility details are provided in pages 2-3 of the announcement and the referenced Broad Agency Announcement N0001425SB001. Geographic scope is national. Award amounts typically reach up to $500,000 for selected concepts.
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Program description
This purpose of the GlobalX Challenge is to accelerate the traditional knowledge generation cycle, proving or disproving an applied research theory on an advanced timeline, leading to the discovery of revolutionary dual-use capability for the benefit of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, the commercial marketplace, and the public. The expected outcomes of this Challenge are promising, potentially game-changing, applied concepts whose maturity may be accelerated under separate follow-on technology development efforts.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- Proposal narrative (check BAA for page limits and format)
- Budget and budget justification
- Organizational capability statement
- Team qualifications and résumés
- References and supporting documentation as specified in BAA N0001425SB001
Program contact
- 👤 Chelsea Huff Grantor
- 📧 usn.ncr.onrghq.list.grantsproposals@us.navy.mil
- 📞 1-719-237-4602
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 12.300 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$112,259,544
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$75,985,619
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$67,720,186
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$41,951,229
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$40,990,349
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$38,763,049
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$36,400,000
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$35,252,372
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$33,852,529
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$30,000,001
Top States by Funding
- MA 7 awards $191.9M
- DC 8 awards $166.9M
- CA 9 awards $164.4M
- FL 7 awards $118.3M
- HI 7 awards $101.0M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 12.300). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $334,244,206 | |
| 2025 | $218,929,958 | |
| 2026 est. | $333,130,069 |
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply?
Federal agencies, academic institutions, nonprofits, and private companies may apply. Check pages 2-3 of the announcement for detailed eligibility criteria.
What type of research does this challenge support?
Applied research that proves or disproves a theory with dual-use benefits for the Navy, Marine Corps, commercial markets, and the public.
What is the typical award amount?
Awards can reach up to $500,000. The exact amount depends on proposal scope and evaluation.
Is there a rolling deadline?
Yes, this is typically a rolling submission process. Check the BAA announcement for current submission windows.
How competitive are these awards?
Highly competitive. Focus on demonstrating game-changing potential and accelerated development timelines to stand out.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Read pages 2-3 and the full BAA N0001425SB001 carefully before starting your application.
- Emphasize dual-use applications: how your work benefits both military and commercial sectors.
- Show a clear pathway to accelerated concept maturation and proof of your theory.
- Highlight the revolutionary or game-changing potential of your proposed capability.
- Include realistic timelines and milestones demonstrating expedited knowledge generation.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Failing to demonstrate dual-use commercial and military benefits. Submitting overly theoretical work without clear applied research outcomes. Proposing timelines that don't show acceleration of traditional development cycles.
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