Detection of weak signals in noisy environment 24-00008753

The University of Central Florida Board of Trustees received a $231,000 project grant awarded September 1, 2025, through the Office of Naval Research (ONR) under the Basic and Applied Scientific Research program (CFDA 12.300). The award supports a three-year research initiative titled "Detection of Weak Signals in Noisy Environment," with performance concluding August 31, 2028. This research project will be conducted at UCF's facilities in Florida and addresses fundamental scientific challenges relevant to naval operations and capabilities.

Under this ONR-funded award, UCF will deliver research outputs focused on signal detection methodologies and technologies applicable to naval defense priorities. The university will leverage its established expertise in engineering, physics, and advanced technical research to develop solutions for identifying and processing weak signals within high-noise operational environments. As a premier research institution and established federal research partner with substantial prior experience delivering both basic and applied research for the Department of Navy and Department of Defense agencies, UCF will conduct peer-reviewed scientific research and generate technical findings throughout the award performance period.