The Office of Naval Research (ONR) awarded a $149,146 Project Grant to Chapman University on August 1, 2024 through the Basic and Applied Scientific Research program (CFDA 12.300). The grant supports fundamental and applied research at educational institutions to advance naval operations and scientific knowledge.
The funding will support the "Exploration of Room-Temperature Superconductivity in the Oxy-Pyromorphite Family" project, which seeks to conduct research on innovative materials with potential applications for naval capabilities. As a prominent research university, Chapman University has an extensive portfolio of federally funded scientific and technological research projects across various disciplines. The university's expertise in areas like materials science, electronics, and quantum technologies aligns well with the objectives of the ONR's Basic and Applied Scientific Research program.