The VBFF program is sponsored by the Basic Research Office, Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (USD (R&E)).
VBFF supports innovative basic research within academia, as well as opportunities intended to develop the next generation of scientists and engineers
for the defense workforce.The Office of Naval Research (ONR) manages the VBFF program for USD (R&E).
To accomplish this task, ONR is soliciting proposals for the VBFF program through this FOA.
This FOA seeks distinguished researchers for the purpose of conducting innovative basic research in areas of interest to the DoD and fostering long-term relationships between the VBFF Fellows and the DoD.See full text announcement for additional information.