This opportunity funds research on precursor science investigations for the Habitable Worlds Observatory. Applicants must submit a mandatory Notice of Intent by September 10, 2026, and full proposals by October 26, 2026. Proposals have a 7-page limit for the Science/Technology/Management section and require research security training certification for key personnel. Eligible applicants are primarily U.S.-based institutions registered at NSPIRES, with some provisions for non-U.S. organizations under specific policies.
Applicants must be affiliated with U.S. institutions registered at NSPIRES. Non-U.S. organizations may participate under specific no-exchange-of-funds policies or joint agreements. NASA funding is generally limited to U.S. institutions.
