# Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/hdtra1-25-s-0001-fundamental-research-to-counter-weapons-of-mass-destruction/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/356612

> Defense Threat Reduction Agency is offering grants to any type of organization. It expects to make about 10 awards worth $500 million in total. Applications close on September 30, 2034.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | HDTRA1-25-S-0001 |
| Agency | Defense Threat Reduction Agency |
| Status | Open |
| Deadline | September 30, 2034 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | 10 |
| Total funding | $500 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 12.351 |

## Who can apply

- Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"

See Section 3. “Eligibility Information”, of the BAA for full Eligibility Requirements.

## What the grant funds

** Fundamental Research BAA Amendment 2 posted on January 15, 2026** This Amendment adds Topics B1-B6. PRE-APPLICATION WHITE PAPERS FOR THIS TOPIC MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 11:59 PM (MIDNIGHT) EST ON 2 MARCH 2026. White papers may not be considered if they are received after this deadline. Potential applicants are strongly encouraged to review the BAA in its entirety. **Please note that ALL general correspondence for this BAA must be sent to dtra.belvoir.rd.mbx.rd-cb-frbaa25-34-a@mail.mil Thrust Area-specific correspondence must be sent to dtra.belvoir.rd.mbx.rd-cb-frbaa25-34-a@mail.mil

## Questions people ask

### Who can apply for Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction?

Defense Threat Reduction Agency accepts applications from any type of organization. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Fundamental Research to Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction?

Closes September 30, 2034 (2891 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.

### How much funding is available?

About $500 million in total across about 10 awards.