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GlobalX Challenge 26.1: AI-Native Air Interface for Tactical Communication Networks

Federal funding opportunity N0001426SBC03 from Office of Naval Research (Department of Defense).

Apply on Grants.gov →Application closes August 31, 2026

Posted
June 9, 2026
Closes
August 31, 2026
Award ceiling
$500,000
Cost sharing
No
Instrument
Grant
Assistance listing
12.300
Category
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Archives
October 1, 2026

Program funding history

Awards made under Assistance Listing 12.300 across FY2024–FY2026, from public federal spending records.

FY2024 obligated
$858.6M
FY2025 obligated
$667.8M
FY2026 (to date) obligated
$473.8M
Awards in window
5,163

Top recipients: University of California San Diego, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, University of Washington, University of Wisconsin System, Regents of the University of Michigan

Source: USAspending.gov · refreshed July 2026

Synopsis

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.

Who can apply

See full eligibility requirements in pages 2 - 3 of this announcement package, as well as Broad Agency Announcement N0001425SB001.

How to apply

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Agency contact: Chelsea Huff Grantor · usn.ncr.onrghq.list.grantsproposals@us.navy.mil · 1-719-237-4602

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