science_technology_and_other_research_and_development · NASA

Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR)

National Aeronautics and Space Administration · NNH26ZHA002C-MSTAR

Closed

Award Range

$0 – $1.0M

Total Program Funding

$12.0M

Expected Awards

Deadline

August 11, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

NASA's Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) funds 12 grants (up to $1M each) to Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs) for STEM research and education capacity-building relevant to NASA's mission.

Who Should Apply

Minority-Serving Institutions (HBCUs, HSIs, TCUs, AANAPISIs) with STEM programs aligned to NASA research areas (aerospace, earth science, astrophysics, etc.).

Who Should NOT Apply

Non-MSI institutions, schools without STEM programs, or institutions without NASA-relevant research areas.

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•Must be a Minority-Serving Institution
•12 awards up to $1M each
•Must build STEM research/education capacity
•Must align with NASA mission areas
•No cost-sharing required

💡 GrantQuick Tip

12 awards for MSIs building NASA-relevant STEM capacity. Focus on a specific NASA research area where your faculty have emerging expertise. Show student pipeline development (undergrads → grad school → NASA careers) and propose specific research that could lead to NASA collaborations.

Competitiveness: Moderate — 12 awards across all MSI types (HBCUs, HSIs, TCUs). Competition within each MSI category.

What This Grant Funds

The Minority University Research and Education Project (MUREP) Space Technology Artemis Research (M-STAR) opportunity is a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) initiative through its Office of STEM Engagement (OSTEM). It is designed to strengthen the role of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) in the future of space exploration.

Who Can Apply

Two-year or four-year institutions designated and listed by the U.S. Department of Education as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) and Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) at the time of proposal submission (see https://msiexchange.nasa.gov/msilist), including public, state-controlled, and private institutions. Proposals from institutions that are not designated and listed by the U.S. Department of Education as HBCUs, TCUs, or MSIs at the time of the proposal submission will result in NASA returning the application without review. Institutions not meeting these criteria are encouraged to partner with colleges or universities that do satisfy the requirements.

Eligible Applicant Types

Other (see NOFO for details)

Funding Details

Maximum Award: $1.0M
Total Program Funding: $12.0M
Expected Number of Awards: 12
Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: cooperative_agreement

Key Dates

Posted: June 12, 2026

Application Deadline: August 11, 2026 (0 days remaining)

Agency Contact

Dr. Vemitra Alexander, M-STAR Activity Manager

NASAMSTAR@nasaprs.com

Ready to apply?

View the full NOFO and submit your application on Grants.gov

View on Grants.gov