Fiscal Year 2026 University Reactor Sharing and Outreach

The Department of Energy's (DOE) Idaho Operations Office is offering a grant opportunity for universities and colleges with existing nuclear research reactors to share resources and facilities with other educational institutions. The objective of this grant is to strengthen nuclear science and engineering instruction, increase opportunities for collaboration, and improve public awareness and understanding of nuclear science and technology. Eligible applicants include U.S. universities and colleges with a nuclear research reactor, and the grant will support activities such as developing nuclear science laboratories, providing tours and workshops, and promoting nuclear science and engineering education. Key aspects of the grant include: • Approximate total available funding: $1,000,000 • Approximate number of awards: 5 • Approximate dollar amount of individual awards: $0 - $200,000 • Project period: Up to 24 months • Cost sharing: Encouraged but not required