The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced an annual funding opportunity of up to $400 million aimed at advancing scientific knowledge and fostering future technological innovations. This initiative is part of President Trump’s Executive Order on “Restoring Gold Standard Science.” The funding will empower researchers to explore groundbreaking ideas and address significant scientific challenges across various fields, including Advanced Scientific Computing, Basic Energy Sciences, Fusion Energy Sciences, and more.
DOE’s Office of Science, the largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the U.S., is responsible for this funding stream, which is intended to accelerate discoveries that are crucial for America’s scientific and technological future. More information about this funding opportunity can be found on their official website.