Federal Grant Award Summary

Washington State University received a $155,455 Project Grant award from NASA's Science Mission Directorate (CFDA 43.001) on August 16, 2026, with a completion date of August 15, 2028. The award supports execution of a balanced science program developed in accordance with discipline-specific guidance from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, aligned with NASA administration priorities and Congressional direction. As a key partner and enabler within NASA's science initiatives, WSU will contribute to one or more of the Science Mission Directorate's six primary research domains: astrophysics research, biological and physical sciences research in space environments, Earth system science, heliophysics research, planetary science, or lunar discovery and exploration. The work will be performed at WSU's Pullman, Washington campus.

Given WSU's established federal research portfolio—which includes significant capabilities in advanced analytical services, multi-disciplinary research, and specialized laboratory testing—the university is well-positioned to deliver research outputs consistent with NASA's strategic objective to expand human knowledge through scientific discoveries. The specific research focus and deliverables are consistent with NASA's competitive solicitation processes, which evaluate proposals on scientific quality, technical merit, personnel qualifications, and cost-effectiveness within the context of NASA's strategic plans.