Multi Modal Materials Analysis (MMoMA)

About this funding opportunity

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is soliciting innovative solutions in the technical area of materials analysis, including surface and bulk analysis of molecular structure, elemental composition, trace elements and isotope ratios in samples, to be conducted under ambient conditions, without the need for special sample preparation. Proposed research should investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems. Specifically excluded is research that primarily results in evolutionary improvements to the existing state of practice.

Topic areas: General and Cross-cutting R&D, Advanced Manufacturing and Industry, Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials.

Funding amount

This contract provides Varies in funding.

Deadline

Applications are due Aug 26, 2026. Confirm the exact closing time on the official program page before applying.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to the following applicant types:

• SME
• MidCaps
• Large Company
• Startups
• University
• Research Organization
• NGOs
• Public Authorities

Eligibility

The program did not publish a separate eligibility statement. See the official opportunity page for the full eligibility criteria.

Agency

Multi Modal Materials Analysis (MMoMA) is administered by Department Of Defense (DOD), listed via SAM.gov.