GlobalX Challenge 26.1: AI-Native Air Interface for Tactical Communication Networks
Applied research concepts for AI-native air interfaces that improve tactical communication networks for Navy and Marine Corps use, targeted to researchers in the Indian subcontinent.
⚑ Targeted to researchers in the Indian subcontinent; consult the linked announcement package and BAA for exact eligibility. · Applied-research challenge format focused on rapid testing of concepts, not basic research or deployment. · Award ceiling is $500,000. · Follow-on technology development may occur outside this opportunity.
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 75 strong | technical depth: central; funds applied research |
| IPPRA | 45 partial | peripheral portfolio topic: national_security_defense; social/behavioral work is none; funds applied research; eligibility unclear — verify in the NOFO |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 45 partial | funds applied research; prototyping/demonstration stage; deep-tech content |
Description
The purpose of the GlobalX Innovation Challenge is to accelerate the traditional knowledge generation cycle, rapidly testing applied research theories to enable the discovery of revolutionary dual-use capabilities for the benefit of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, the commercial marketplace, and the public. Led by the Office of Naval Research Global and targeted at researchers in the Indian subcontinent, this challenge addresses a joint Naval need and seeks to deliver outcomes of value to both the U.S. and India. The expected results are promising, potentially game-changing applied concepts whose maturity may be further advanced through separate follow-on technology development efforts.
Eligibility
See full eligibility requirements in pages 2 - 3 of this announcement package, as well as Broad Agency Announcement N0001425SB001.
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View on Grants.gov → CONTACT: Chelsea Huff Grantor <usn.ncr.onrghq.list.grantsproposals@us.navy.mil>
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