Multi Modal Materials Analysis (MMoMA)
DARPA is funding innovative research on ambient-condition multimodal materials analysis methods for molecular structure, elemental composition, trace elements, and isotope ratios in samples, aimed at revolutionary advances rather than incremental improvements.
⚑ DARPA BAA; award instrument may be cooperative agreement, other transaction, or procurement contract · explicitly excludes proposals that are primarily evolutionary improvements to the state of practice
Unit fits — one characterization, each unit's own rules
| Physical Sciences & Engineering (demo) | 90 strong | technical depth: central; funds basic research |
| IPPRA | 40 partial | outside portfolio topics; social/behavioral work is none; funds basic research |
| Tom Love Innovation Hub | 30 weak | prototyping/demonstration stage; deep-tech content |
Description
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative solutions in the technical area of materials analysis, including surface and bulk analysis of molecular structure, elemental composition, trace elements and isotope ratios in samples, to be conducted under ambient conditions, without the need for special sample preparation. Proposed research should investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.
Eligibility
All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal that shall be considered by DARPA. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information.
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View on Grants.gov → CONTACT: DARPA - Defense Sciences Office <MMoMA@darpa.mil>
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