Research

USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture awarded $7.5 million across 15 projects on November 10, 2026, to reduce antimicrobial resistance risks throughout the food chain. The completed awards are not an open solicitation, but the funded-project list may help research and industry organizations identify collaboration or subcontracting opportunities.

USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced 36 Crop Protection and Pest Management awards spanning FY 2025 and FY 2026. The announcement cites $13.2 million in its headline and $13.1 million in the article body; project listings may help organizations identify funded institutions and potential collaboration opportunities.

Rep. Zoe Lofgren asked the National Science Foundation to explain why approximately $1.4 billion—nearly 20% of its congressionally appropriated research budget—had not been spent on awards by September 30, 2026. The inquiry creates uncertainty around research award timing but does not announce a solicitation or make the unspent funds an available procurement opportunity.

The NIH has extended its epidemiology research contract with Social & Scientific Systems Inc. for two years, valued at $20 million. This decision follows significant delays in the recompete process due to internal organizational changes, ensuring continuity for current projects while complicating future procurement plans.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory has claimed five awards from the DOE's 2026 Transportation Technologies Office. This recognition emphasizes key research areas in vehicle efficiency and advanced materials, serving as a signal for procurement-focused companies to align their R&D strategies accordingly.

The Air Force Research Laboratory invites submissions for its updated SIFTER Advanced Research Announcement. Firms interested in enhancing signals intelligence should submit white papers by September 25, 2027, for FY28 consideration. This long-open period provides ample opportunity for innovation within critical technology areas.

The Office of Naval Research hosted Innovation Industry Days to unveil 15-year science and technology roadmaps. While no contracts were awarded, these insights signal potential future procurement opportunities for industry partners.

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is hosting a Proposers Day to discuss its Hubble project aimed at advancing biological sciences and high-performance computing. This event is a pivotal opportunity for contractors and researchers to gain insights and prepare competitive proposals ahead of funding opportunities.

Rep. Betty McCollum has successfully directed substantial DoD funding to enhance Minnesota's defense capabilities. Key allocations include $100 million for hypersonics and $10 million for advanced research, offering growth opportunities in aerospace and bioindustrial sectors.

Governor Maura Healey of Massachusetts opposes a Trump Administration proposal endangering federal grant integrity. This move highlights potential repercussions for research funding and could undermine the state's competitive edge in innovation.

The DOT and FAA have broken ground on the Vertical Take-Off and Landing Procedures and Analysis Range in Oklahoma City. This $8.3 million facility will enhance research and training for integrating VTOL aircraft into the National Airspace System, signaling growth opportunities in the aerospace sector.

The USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service is offering $3.675 million for the 2026 Borlaug and Cochran Fellowship Programs. This funding aims to enhance U.S. agricultural exports by fostering collaboration and training with international partners, with applications due by August 14, 2026.

NOAA is hosting public meetings focusing on fisheries management from June 23-25, 2026, in Mystic, Connecticut. These discussions highlight management priorities that may lead to future contracting opportunities, particularly in ecological research and fisheries assessments.

U.S. Senators Heinrich and Luján question USDA's REE restructuring, fearing reduced capacity for agricultural support. The changes could affect funding and data delivery critical to farmers and rural communities in New Mexico.