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NU Collaboration INITIATIVE

innovation for mission-essential research

Through the University of Nebraska System (NU) Collaboration Initiative, NSRI aims to develop technical capabilities and competencies for its sponsor, U.S. Strategic Command, as well as the broader Department of Defense community focused on strategic deterrence and countering weapons of mass destruction.

Through this initiative, the institute:

  • Partners with University of Nebraska colleagues to enable and support its core research areas now and into the future.
  • Catalyzes innovation efforts that support its mission and proactively serve customers throughout the Department of Defense and other federal agencies.
  • Cultivates national security-focused research within the University of Nebraska campuses.

NSRI Priorities

The University of Nebraska System Collaboration Initiative request for applications for NU Fiscal Year 2027 funding is live at nebraska.edu/collaboration-inititaive. Each year NSRI determines a list of priorities for NU faculty to consider.

NSRI FY27 Priorities

Connect with NSRI

Please connect with NSRI if you:

  • Plan to submit a proposal within NSRI's mission space
  • Would like to connect with an NSRI subject matter expert
  • Would like to have NSRI review your proposal before submission
  • Are seeking an NSRI collaborator. Note: NSRI is considered a "campus" within the Collaboration Initiative process

Connect with NSRI

Calendar

October 17, 2025
Deadline to register for annual meeting.

November 14, 2025
Annual meeting (required)

January 14, 2026
Applications deadline, 11:59 p.m. CT

All details at nebraska.edu/collaboration-initiative.

Selection Process

NSRI projects fall under the University of Nebraska System Collaboration Initiative in the preliminary data and application preparation grant category.

Within this category, reviewers are asked to rate applications to determine the potential for the PI/Co-PIs to build research teams that will actively seek and ultimately receive extramural funding.

Final funding decisions are made by the NU Executive Vice President and Provost and NU Vice Provost.

Q&A

Have a question? Ask it here, and we'll get back to you soon. Please note, projects must be led by University of Nebraska researchers, faculty, students and staff.

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