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.…

Wayne State University's Sponsored Project Administration Division was awarded a $38.5K research grant by a civilian federal agency's Shared Services Center, with performance completion targeted for June 30, 2026. The grant supports execution of a balanced science program aligned with 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 activities related to the Moon, lunar orbit, Mars, and beyond. Additionally, the award funds advancement in emerging interdisciplinary research fields and development of a directorate-wide, target user-focused approach to applied programs including Earth science applications, space weather, planetary defense, and space situational awareness.

This grant carries no set-aside designation, positioning Wayne State University to compete broadly within federal contracting landscapes. The award reflects the university's established capabilities in delivering sophisticated research and technical services across multiple scientific domains. Located in Detroit, Michigan, Wayne State University's federal portfolio demonstrates extensive experience managing complex research initiatives for agencies including the Department of the Navy, National Science Foundation, and National Institutes of Health, with particular strength in biomedical research, environmental health, and technological innovation. The Sponsored Project Administration Division will execute this work in support of the agency's strategic scientific exploration and discovery objectives.

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