Execute a balanced science program based on discipline-specific guidance from the national academies of sciences, engineering, and medicine, administration priorities, and direction from congress.…

Oregon State University was awarded a $738,634 grant research contract by a civilian shared services center with an ultimate completion date of June 30, 2028. The award supports execution of a balanced science program aligned with discipline-specific guidance from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine, administration priorities, and congressional direction. The university will serve as a key partner in the agency's exploration initiative, focusing on scientific research of, on, and from the Moon, lunar orbit, Mars, and beyond. Additionally, the contract requires Oregon State University to advance discovery in emerging fields by identifying cross-disciplinary opportunities between traditional science disciplines and to develop a directorate-wide, target-user focused approach to applied programs, including Earth science applications, space weather, planetary defense, and space situational awareness. The contract was awarded without set-aside designation, reflecting a competitive procurement process.

Oregon State University's selection for this award reflects its established track record as a major federal research institution with demonstrated capabilities across diverse scientific and technological domains. The university's federal portfolio encompasses significant expertise in environmental sciences, advanced research, and fundamental scientific advancement, supported by its established relationships with multiple federal agencies including the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, National Institutes of Health, and NASA. Performance will be conducted at the university's Corvallis, Oregon facility.

Execute a balanced science program based on discipline-specific guidance from the national academies of sciences, engineering, and medicine, administration priorities, and direction from congress. Participate as a key partner and enabler in the agency s exploration initiative, focusing on scientific research of, on, and from the moon, lunar orbit, mars, and beyond. Advance discovery in emerging fields by identifying and exploiting cross disciplinary opportunities between traditional science disciplines develop a directorate-wide, target-user focused approach to applied programs, including earth science applications, space weather, planetary defense, and space situational awareness.