Connecting HBCU-MIs

with Army Science and Technology Research Opportunities

The HBCU-MI Research Teaming Opportunities website connects Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) and Minority-serving Institutions (MI) students, alumni, and faculty to the Army’s Science and Technology (S&T) enterprise, facilitating research teaming and innovation in support of Army modernization and ultimately, the Soldier.

HBCU/MI

Early Career Program

The U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Army Research Laboratory (ARL) is actively soliciting research proposals for the Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority-Serving Institutions (HBCU/MI) Early Career Program (ECP).
HBCU/MI faculty are encouraged to submit proposals. This program is designed to provide outstanding scientists and engineers the opportunity to enhance their skillset. Each Army funded award aims to support basic research that contributes to fulfilling Army modernization needs, with a specific focus on early career researchers.

Army HBCU/MI SPARK

Summer Internship

The Army Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority-serving Institutions (HBCU-MI) Student Program for Army Research and Knowledge (SPARK) allows U.S. graduate and undergraduate students in STEM fields to conduct research at an Army facility. During the summer of 2025, students will engage in Army mission-related research projects, including data analysis and systems modeling, under the guidance of government scientists and engineers. Benefits for students include a weekly stipend of $1000, paid travel and housing, and valuable work experience in state-of-the-art research facilities with Army scientists and engineers.
Applications for the 2025 program are now open.

Technical Webinars

Environmental Sciences Research Opportunities Webinar

Join us for an exclusive webinar with the DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory Program Managers, where you’ll get an inside look at environmental science funding opportunities specifically available to faculty, staff, and students at HBCU-MI institutions.

This webinar will provide valuable insights into how researchers and universities can align their work with Army priorities and engage directly with ARL program managers to discuss innovative research ideas. You’ll hear presentations from DEVCOM ARL Army Research Office experts, including the Environmental Chemistry Program, Electrochemistry Program, and Earth Materials and Processes Program.

Faculty Immersion Program

Applications Are Now Being Accepted

The Army HBCU-MI Faculty Immersion Program is a two-year initiative that aims to enhance research capabilities and foster collaboration with the Department of Defense (DoD) by involving junior faculty currently performing research in Modernization Priority Areas from covered educational institutions in a structured, three-phase initiative. The program seeks to direct resources to underrepresented institutions, focusing on areas such as Environmental Science, Synthetic Biology, and Autonomy.