OpenFederal grantHQ003426NFOECAD06

National Center for Narrative Intelligence (NCNI)

Washington Headquarters ServicesCloses Aug 19, 2031(1771 days left)$6,000,000

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This is a single $6 million federal award to establish the National Center for Narrative Intelligence, and the eligibility text names exactly one eligible applicant: Mississippi State University. No other institution, nonprofit, or business will be considered, so if you are not Mississippi State University, do not apply.

Best for
Mississippi State University, University research centers, Academic R&D teams
Not for
Small businesses, For-profit companies, Nonprofit organizations, Any institution other than Mississippi State University
Estimated fit by industry, best first
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Agriculture & FarmingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Arts & CultureLimit: This program does not accept nonprofit applicants.
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Construction & InfrastructureLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Education & TrainingLimit: This program does not accept nonprofit applicants.
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Energy & Clean TechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Environment & ConservationLimit: This program does not accept nonprofit applicants.
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Finance & BankingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Food & BeverageLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Healthcare & BiotechLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Housing & Real EstateLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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ManufacturingLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Retail & E-CommerceLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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Social Services & NonprofitLimit: This program does not accept nonprofit applicants.
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Technology & SoftwareLimit: Only governments, nonprofits, tribes or universities may apply —…
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These are our matcher’s estimates for a typical business in each industry. A real match depends on your size, your state and what you need the money for — check your own fit.

What this funds

Money can be used for
R&D, Research, Training, Infrastructure
Who can apply
Colleges and universities
Award range
$6,000,000

Questions about this grant

When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is August 19, 2031.
How much funding can an applicant receive?
The award is fixed at $6,000,000, and only about one award is expected.
Who can apply for this grant?
The only eligible applicant is Mississippi State University; no other applications will be considered.
Can a sole proprietor or single-member LLC apply?
No. For-profit businesses, including small businesses, may not apply. Only Mississippi State University is eligible.
Can a nonprofit apply?
No. This program does not accept nonprofit applicants. The only eligible applicant is Mississippi State University.

Summary

A single $6M award to Mississippi State University to establish the National Center for Narrative Intelligence, performing DoW research, development, test and evaluation across workforce development, applied research infrastructure, collaborative networks, and strategic analysis. Only Mississippi State University may apply; no other applicants are eligible.

About this grant

Under this FY26 grant agreement, academic partners will establish the National Center for Narrative Intelligence (NCNI) by executing RDT&E tasks across the following four pillars: workforce development, applied research infrastructure, collaborative networks, and strategic analysis for DoW leadership.

Who can apply

Our reading of the listing: for-profit businesses are not eligible for this one.

The only eligible applicant is the Mississippi State University; no other applications will be considered.

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Defense
  • Education
  • Technology
  • Science

Program contact

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