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AFOSR Young Investigator Research Program (YIP)

AFOSR YIP

Supports early-career researchers in the United States through long-term federal science initiatives.

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The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) Young Investigator Research Program (YIP) funds scientists and engineers who received a PhD or equivalent degree within the last seven years and demonstrate exceptional ability and promise for conducting basic research aligned with Air Force science priorities. Most YIP awards are funded at up to $150,000 per year for three years, for a total of …

Basic research across four AFOSR scientific divisions: Engineering & Complex Systems, Information & Networks, Physical Sciences, Chemistry & Biological Sciences.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.36–60 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.afrl.af.mil