The FY2027 Laboratory University Collaboration Initiative (LUCI) Competition is now open and virtual webinar will take place on Thursday March 5th. Link to register: https://ida-org.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/08y-_iiwQpWvrZhCmJpyDQ#/registration
LUCI provides up to $250,000 per year to support innovative, high-impact basic research aligned with mission priorities. This is a powerful opportunity to strengthen laboratory–university partnerships and advance foundational science critical to the DoW mission.
Topic Areas Include:
• Quantum Information Science
• Fundamentals of Bio-Engineering
• Applied Mathematics & Computational Science
• Soft Materials & Multiscale Structures
• Networks / Artificial Intelligence
• Neuroscience & Fundamentals of Cognition
• Electronic, Photonic & Quantum Materials
• Materials Science
• Other research areas relevant to DoD priorities
Webinar: 5 March 2026 ; 1300–1400 (Virtual via Gov Zoom)
During this session, we will provide an overview of the LUCI competition led by Dr. Lola Fatunmbi, PhD and discuss eligibility and requirements, and conclude with a live Q&A by the Director of Research Programs, Dr. David Montgomery .
If you are a DoW scientist interested in advancing basic research through strong academic collaboration, I encourage you to attend.
