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The Metis Foundation newsletter provides curated updates on research programs, funding opportunities, publications, and events relevant to military and defense health research.
Designed for investigators, collaborators, and partners, the newsletter offers a concise way to stay informed about ongoing work and emerging opportunities across our research network.
February 2026 NEWSLETTER
upcoming events
February 17-19th, 2026 | Platelet & Platelet-like Products State of the Technology Meeting
The Hamilton Hotel, 1001 14th St NW, Washington, DC
March 17-18th, 2026 | Operational Medicine Symposium & Technology Showcase
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, TX
April 27-May 1st, 2026 | Special Operations Medical Association (SOMA)
Raleigh North Carolina Convention Center, Raleigh, NC
May 19th, 2026 | AIMS Health R&D Summit 2026
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, TX
March 20, 2026 | Military Women's Symposium
Iron Mike Conference Center – Fort Bragg, Fort Liberty, NC
Federal Funding Opportunities
Congressionally Directed Medical Research Programs (CDMRP)
Pre-Announcements:
None Currently
Full Announcements:
- MRDC Broad Agency Announcement; Open throughout the year; More Information
- SOCOM Broad Agency Announcement; Open throughout the year; More Information
Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
- DARPA Search Engine (Resource for a more target funding search)
- BAA Defense Sciences Office (DSO) Full Proposal Due Date: June 2, 2026
- BAA Tactical Technology Office (TTO) Full Proposal Due Date: June 22, 2026
Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC)
- Funding Opportunities: None Currently
Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC)
- NSF Search Engine (Resource for a more target funding search)
We can also conduct a more tailored search for opportunities based on your specific therapeutic or research focus if these options don't align with your current needs. Please let us know how we can support the growth of your research program—we’re here to assist!