# BioLogical Undersea Energy (BLUE)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/hr001124s0010-biological-undersea-energy-blue/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/352441

> DARPA - Biological Technologies Office offered grants to the applicants described in the notice. Applications closed on April 30, 2024.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | HR001124S0010 |
| Agency | DARPA - Biological Technologies Office |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | April 30, 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

The BioLogical Undersea Energy (BLUE) program seeks to develop power supplies that capture and convert microscopic forms of marine biomass (e.g., dissolved organic matter (DOM), phytoplankton, zooplankton) and other substances (e.g., microplastics, nutrients) into electrical power. These power supplies are intended for onboard use by ocean-deployed sensor systems presently powered by batteries. They are to self-refuel and operate fully submerged and deliver battery-level power without being serviced far longer than is possible by comparably sized battery packs. BLUE power supplies will enable high capability and long endurance ocean-deployed sensor systems.

## Questions people ask

### Is HR001124S0010 still open?

No. It closed on April 30, 2024. A newer notice is open: DARPARA2701, closes January 13, 2027 (67 days left).

### Who can apply for BioLogical Undersea Energy (BLUE)?

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 BioLogical Undersea Energy (BLUE)?

Closed April 30, 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.