Advancing hypersonics and space propulsion, funding opportunities and more
Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR)
The basic research component of the Air Force Research Laboratory. We discover, shape, and champion basic research.
Welcome to the first edition of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research's newsletter, Linked Into Basic Research.
"AFOSR builds bridges to the world’s most prestigious universities and talented researchers to support ground-breaking research, enhance partnerships, and provide revolutionary science and technology discoveries for the United States Air Force and United States Space Force. The FUTURE begins with Basic Research." – Dr. Kevin Geiss, Director of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research
As a vital component of the Air Force Research Laboratory, AFOSR's mission is to discover, shape, champion, and transition high risk basic research to profoundly impact the future Air and Space Force. AFOSR accomplishes its mission by cultivating scientific breakthroughs into world-class solutions to boldly go where no science has gone before.
The future of hypersonics and space propulsion
The U.S. Air Force and the University of Central Florida are launching the HyperSpace Center to drive advancements in hypersonic travel and space exploration. This Center of Excellence will foster cutting-edge research and provide opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to engage in aerospace innovation.
"They are gaining the opportunity to realize their dreams, to work towards expanding the scientific frontier and disciplines that are of great importance to the Department of Defense and also to the larger DoD ecosystem. The hyperspace hub is a place where these students can become the thought leaders and problem solvers of tomorrow.” - Col. Jackson, deputy director of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research.
📖 Read more from UCF Today.
Art of Science submissions open
This year's theme is “pARTnering for science”
Submissions for the Art of Science Showcase 2025 are now open! This annual showcase celebrates the intersection of basic research and creativity. Researchers and students are encouraged to submit their work for an opportunity to be featured.
Since October 29, 1951, AFOSR has been at the forefront of incredible basic research contributions in science and technology for the Department of the Air Force and the nation. These include contributions to include stealth technology, GPS, the computer mouse, superplastics, infrared sensors, lithium batteries, and much more.
To honor decades of research innovation and to educate people around the world about the importance of basic research, we invite you to be part of the third annual Art of Science Showcase by submitting your basic research inspired art.
Showcased art will reveal the beauty behind many of the basic research inspired innovations past, present and future which continue to support the United States Air and Space Forces.
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🔗Share your work today: Art of Science Showcase 2025
Research Interests of the Air Force Office of Scientific Research
AFOSR is accepting applications from eligible institutions to support innovative research projects that align with the mission of the United States Air Force and United States Space Force . This opportunity is designed to drive advancements in basic research, enhancing national defense capabilities and enabling transformative scientific discoveries.
Key Details:
Award Range: $3,000 to $100,000,000
Closing Date for Applications: Open until closed
Eligible Applicants Include:
Small businesses, Public and private institutions of higher education, For-profit organizations (other than small businesses), Other entities as outlined in the eligibility section
This funding program offers a significant opportunity to collaborate with the Air Force, contribute to vital research areas, and drive impactful change for national and global security.
📧 For inquiries, contact afosr.baa@us.af.mil.
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Partner with us to push the boundaries of innovation.
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1mothank you Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) for the invitation 🙂 🚀
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1moa very interesting and promising project for its members. Thanks for sharing
Executive
1moThanks for inviting, sharing an informative-insightful article, Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) ! As an Air Veteran, I am delighted-honoured to convey my Best wishes, to Dr Kevin Geiss, Director, Col. Col Jackson afosr, Deputy Director, and 'Team #Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR)', for all your future endeavors, and to achieve, many more, milestones!
Executive
1moThanks for inviting, sharing an informative-insightful article, Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) ! As an Air Veteran, I am delighted-honoured to convey my Best wishes, to Dr Kevin Geiss, Director, Col. Col Jackson afosr, Deputy Director, and 'Team #Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR)', for all your future endeavors, and to achieve, many more, milestones!