PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
To conduct basic and applied research and development that enhances U.S. national security and reduces the global danger from the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and special nuclear materials through needs-driven research and development. The emphasis is on developing the requisite technologies to detect and deter nuclear proliferation, to meet U.S. nuclear explosion monitoring goals, and to develop and demonstrate chemical and biological detection and related technologies to enable the U.S. to better prepare for and respond to domestic chemical and biological attacks.

 ELIGIBLE FUNCTIONAL CATEGORIES:
1. ENERGY;
- Research and Development;
- Education and Training;
- Facilities and Equipment;

 WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM THIS PROGRAM:
- Federal;
- Private non-profit institution/organization;
- Other private institution/organization;
- Education Professional;
- Public nonprofit institution/organization;
- Other public institution/organization;

 WHO CAN APPLY:
- State (includes District of Columbia, public institutions of higher education and hospitals);
- Public non-profit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals);
- Private non-profit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals);