Mechanisms for Amplification of fusion Reaction Rates in Solids (MARRS)
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- HR001126S0007
- Agency
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Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency
Department of Defense
- Applications due
- Award size
- Not on record
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Cooperative Agreement, Procurement Contract
- Category
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- Science and Technology and other Research and Development
- Eligible applicants
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- Other
- Points of contact
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- BAA Coordinator marrs@darpa.mil
- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative proposals for the Mechanisms for Amplification of fusion Reaction Rates in Solids (MARRS) program, seeking groundbreaking research to explore mechanisms that amplify nuclear fusion reaction rates in solids at near room temperature. The agency is specifically targeting revolutionary scientific advances that go beyond incremental improvements, with a focus on developing transformative approaches in fusion reaction mechanisms. Proposers must provide comprehensive theoretical analysis, modeling, and experimental studies demonstrating potential to significantly increase fusion reaction rates, with key performance milestones including achieving 100 reactions/s/g by month 12, 1,000 reactions/s/g by month 16, and 1,000,000 reactions/s/g by month 34. Evaluation will emphasize the innovativeness of the proposed approach, potential for technological breakthrough, and the research team's capabilities. Critical submission dates include an abstract due on January 26, 2026, and full proposals due by March 12, 2026.
The program will utilize funding instruments including cooperative agreements and procurement contracts, with typical awards ranging from $100,000 to $2.8 million. The research will be conducted over two 18-month phases, with performance likely occurring at the proposing institution's facilities. Multiple awards are anticipated, supporting high-risk, high-reward research under DARPA's Research and Technology Development program (CFDA 12.910). Eligible applicants include educational institutions, nonprofit organizations, and commercial firms capable of delivering potentially transformative technological innovations with national security applications.
Synopsis
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative proposals in exploring and implementing mechanisms that amplify and increase the rates of nuclear fusion reactions in solids at and near room temperature. Proposed research should investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems. Specifically excluded is research primarily resulting in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
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| Attachment_G_Model_Other_Transaction_for_Research_Agreement.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment_H_Model_Cooperative_Agreement.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment_F_DARPA_Cost_Proposal_Spreadsheet.xlsx | XLSX spreadsheet | |
| Attachment_I_Associate_Contractor_Agreement.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment_D_Proposal_Instructions_and_Volume_I_Template_Technical_and_Management.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment_E_Proposal_Instructions_and_Volume_II_Template_Cost.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment_B_Abstract_Instructions_and_Template.docx | DOCX document | |
| Attachment_C_Proposal_Summary_Slides_Template.pptx | PPTX presentation | |
| Attachment_A_Abstract_Summary_Side_Template.pptx | PPTX presentation | |
| HR001126S0007.pdf |
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