Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach
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- Opportunity number
- DE-FOA-0003542
- Agency
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National Nuclear Security Administration
Department of Energy
- Applications due
- Award size
- Up to $200,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Energy
- Eligible applicants
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- Higher Education Inst. (Private)
- Higher Education Inst. (Public)
- Points of contact
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Energy National Nuclear Security Administration is seeking grant proposals for the Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach program, focusing on strengthening nuclear science education and collaboration. The funding opportunity targets 24 specific U.S. universities with existing nuclear research reactors, aiming to promote nuclear energy curriculum development, increase faculty and student collaboration, and improve public awareness of nuclear technologies. Eligible applicants must comply with comprehensive registration requirements including SAM.gov, Grants.gov, and NEUP.gov, and submit detailed technical volumes, budgets, and supporting documentation. Evaluation criteria will likely include the appropriateness of the proposal's approach, competency of research personnel, adequacy of proposed resources, and budget reasonableness. The application deadline is February 27, 2026, with anticipated award notifications by September 30, 2026, and final awards to be made by February 1, 2027.
The total available funding is approximately $1,000,000, with an expected 5 awards ranging from $0-$200,000 each. The project performance period is up to 24 months, and the program is part of the Nuclear Energy Research, Development and Demonstration program (CFDA Number 81.121). Award recipients will be expected to maintain auditable records and comply with various federal regulations, including Buy America requirements and conflict of interest policies. The program will primarily support activities at the selected universities, focusing on reactor sharing, outreach, and developing the next generation of nuclear energy workforce professionals.
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Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach
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