# Somnus

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/darpara2402-somnus/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/353867

> DARPA - Biological Technologies Office offered grants to the applicants described in the notice. Applications closed on June 17, 2024.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | DARPARA2402 |
| Agency | DARPA - Biological Technologies Office |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | June 17, 2024 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | not stated |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 12.910 |

## Who can apply

- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

All responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal that shall be considered by DARPA. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information.

## What the grant funds

This Research Announcement represents a Solicitation for a research thrust, entitled Somnus, that will focus on the identification of molecules and mechanisms of host interactions with the gut microbiome that are associated with the restorative effect of sleep on cognitive performance. DARPA’s Biological Technologies Office (BTO) solicits rapid, targeted and limited scope investments through our Research Announcements. A Research Announcement enables DARPA to initiate a new investment in less than 120 calendar days after the proposal submission window for this RA closes.

## Questions people ask

### Is DARPARA2402 still open?

No. It closed on June 17, 2024. A newer notice is open: DARPARA2701, closes January 13, 2027 (67 days left).

### Who can apply for Somnus?

DARPA - Biological Technologies Office accepted applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Somnus?

Closed June 17, 2024. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### Who has won Research and Technology Development grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were University of Southern California, Clemson University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The program made 739 awards worth $1.5 billion in that time.