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C-WMD Basic Research BAA

DTRA C-WMD Basic Research BAA

Supports fundamental and early-stage scientific research that protects against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear risks.

Between cyclesDefense Threat Reduction AgencyUnited States

The Defense Threat Reduction Agency’s Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction BAA (HDTRA1-25-S-0001) is open continuously from October 1, 2024 through September 30, 2034. It funds fundamental and early applied counter-WMD research, educational programs, and related efforts. The official BAA states that grants may range from $25K up to $1M annually, with cooperative agreements o…

Fundamental and early applied research (TRL 1–4) in chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear defense, including microphysiological systems, AI-adaptive defense, quantum data analysis, PFAS-free repellent materials, synthetic-biology threat sensing, and detection films.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.12–60 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Cooperative agreement
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: 24 Jul 2026Source: files.simpler.grants.gov