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CFDA 81.252: Legally-directed Academic Programs, Workforce Development and Community Support

Academic Programs receives direction from Congress to send funds to universities and other academic institutions to conduct basic and fundamental research in areas relevant to the NNSA mission.

Objectives

Academic Programs receives direction from Congress to send funds to universities and other academic institutions to conduct basic and fundamental research in areas relevant to the NNSA mission.

Eligible applicants

Eligibility requirements depend on the individual mandate.

Financial assistance range

Grants or Cooperative Agreements will vary in length and funding depending on Congressional allocation.

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Reference data sourced from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. The authoritative source for application requirements, deadlines, and award amounts is the official SAM.gov listing linked above. This page is editorial reference, not an official notice.