The ARI Foundational Science Research Unit is seeking proposals for basic research in behavioral and social science.
The mission of the Basic Scientific Research Program is to execute high-risk, high-reward foundational research to develop state-of-the-art theory, methods and models to create the innovative concepts required to support the Army’s future capabilities and needs related to personnel readiness.
Multi-disciplinary collaborations between academia, non-profits and commercial entities addressing the high-priority research questions are encouraged.
Proposals that are primarily applied research (eg human factors studies, specific-use technology development and validation, training program evaluations) or are primarily focused on physiology, psychopathology or behavioral health will NOT be supported.
White papers (strongly encouraged but not mandatory) are due 9 March 2025, with full proposals due 1 July 2025.
Basic Research Topic Areas of Interest
- Measurement of Individuals and Collectives – advanced psychometric theory for deriving valid measurements from complex assessments and continuous streams of data
- Teams and Small Groups – understanding dynamic restructuring, coordination and composition processes in teams and promoting optimal team adaptation
- Organizations and Systems – multilevel theory and methods for complex organizations
- Formal and Informal Learning and Development – holistic models of individual and collective learning and development across work settings and contexts throughout the career span
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Basic Scientific Research – Funding Opportunity: FY25_ARI_BASIC_FOA-BRU
