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

National Aeronautics and Space Administration · Opportunity number NNH26ZHA002C-MSTAR

Details summarized from the official notice as of Jun 28, 2026. Always confirm eligibility, deadlines and requirements in the official notice before applying.

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This opportunity is closed as of Aug 11, 2026. It is kept here for reference. See the related open opportunities below, or check the official listing in case the agency posts a new cycle.

Key facts

Opportunity numberNNH26ZHA002C-MSTAR
AgencyNational Aeronautics and Space Administration
Assistance listing (ALN, formerly CFDA)43.008
PostedJun 12, 2026
DeadlineAug 11, 2026
Award ceiling$1,000,000
Expected number of awards12
Estimated total program funding$12,000,000
Cost sharing or matching requiredNo
Funding typeCooperative agreement
CategoryScience technology and other research and development
Last updated hereJun 28, 2026

Summary from the notice

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

The official notice lists these applicant types as eligible:

  • Others named in the notice (see the eligibility text)

Not listed as eligible

  • Small businesses
  • Nonprofits
  • Colleges and universities
  • State governments
  • Local governments
  • Tribal governments and organizations
  • Larger for-profit companies
  • Individuals

Unless the eligibility text in the notice names you, this opportunity is probably not for you.

Eligibility details from the notice

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.

Registrations you will likely need

Most applications submitted through Grants.gov need the following. Registration can take several weeks, so start early. The notice lists the exact requirements.

Past awards for this program

Totals for assistance listing 43.008 from public USASpending.gov data, as of Jun 21, 2026. Past awards do not predict future funding.

YearListingAwardsTotalAverage
2026 43.008 1 $127,431,525 $127,431,525
2025 43.008 1 $127,431,525 $127,431,525
2024 43.008 3 $314,097,729 $104,699,243

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