Air Force Basic Research Sciences Conference and Workshop Support

Background
The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) manages the basic research investment for the Department of the Air Force. The goal of this grant opportunity is to provide partial support for conferences and workshops that serve as key forums for research and technology interchange in special areas of science. These events aim to bring experts together to discuss recent research findings and expose researchers or advanced graduate students to new educational techniques relevant to AFOSR's research interests. Funding requests are only considered from U.S. institutions of higher education or nonprofit organizations, including foreign public entities and organizations that operate primarily for scientific, educational, or charitable purposes.

Grant Details
AFOSR provides partial funding for conferences and workshops, limited to 50% of the total event cost. The funding range for proposals is between $5,000 and $100,000, with approximately $2 million available annually. Proposals must be submitted at least six months prior to the event start date. Support is contingent on fund availability and Program Officer discretion. The subject matter must align with AFOSR's mission, focusing on scientific or technical issues relevant to basic research. Proposals should include a detailed budget justification outlining how funds will be allocated.

Eligibility Requirements
Eligible applicants include U.S. institutions of higher education (IHE), nonprofit organizations, foreign public entities, and foreign organizations primarily focused on scientific or educational purposes. For-profit organizations are not eligible. Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Minority-serving Institutions (MSI), and Tribal Colleges are encouraged to apply.

Period of Performance
The maximum duration for conference or workshop awards is typically one year, with proposals needing submission at least six months before the event start date.

Grant Value
Approximately $2 million per year is anticipated for this grant opportunity, with individual awards ranging from $5,000 to $100,000.