Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #NNH26ZHA002C-MSTAR
NASA MUREP Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR) Funding for HBCUs, TCUs, and MSIs
Buyer
Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM)
Posted
June 12, 2026
Respond By
August 11, 2026
Identifier
NNH26ZHA002C-MSTAR
NAICS
927110
NASA is seeking to expand participation in space exploration research and development through the MUREP Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR) funding opportunity. - Government Buyer: - National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) - Eligible Applicants: - Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) - Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) - Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) as designated by the U.S. Department of Education - Funding Details: - Total available funding: $12,000,000 - Expected number of awards: 12 - Minimum award per institution: $1,000,000 - No cost sharing or matching required - Focus Areas: - Science, technology, and research and development activities related to space exploration - Notable Requirements: - Open only to eligible two-year or four-year institutions - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are required as this is a research grant opportunity, not a procurement of goods or services
Description
The Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR) is a NASA initiative through its Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM) aimed at strengthening the role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs), and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in space exploration. The opportunity provides funding through cooperative agreements to eligible institutions designated by the U.S. Department of Education as HBCUs, TCUs, or MSIs. The total funding amount is $12,000,000 with expected awards of 12 and a minimum award of $1,000,000. No cost sharing or matching is required for this discretionary funding opportunity focused on science, technology, and research and development.