This BAA seeks research that develops new quantum computing algorithms for hard computational problems, develops insight into the power of quantum computation, and considers issues of quantum complexity and computability.

Proposals may be submitted by degree-granting universities (foreign and domestic), nonprofit organizations, or industrial concerns (large and small businesses). Proposals are encouraged from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (as determined by the Secretary of Education to meet requirements of Title III of the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended (20 U.S.C. §1061) and from Minority Institutions defined as institutions whose enrollment of a single minority or a combination of minorities exceeds 50 percent of the total enrollment. [20 U.S.C. § 1067k(3) and 20 U.S.C. § 2323(a)(1)(C)]. However, no funds are specifically allocated for HBCU/MI participation.

Jessica Leach Grants Officer Phone 919-549-4387