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Cross-cutting activities

Research or projects that span across and are relevant to the mission goals of multiple government agencies or departments.

Memoranda of Understanding (MOU)

Formal written agreements between two or more parties that outline their intent to work together on a specific project or to achieve a common goal.

Competitive awards

Grants, contracts, or other funding opportunities that are offered to eligible applicants through a competitive process, often involving proposal submissions and merit-based reviews.

Merit review process

A system used to evaluate proposals for funding, research, or other opportunities based on their scientific or technical quality, potential impact, and feasibility, often involving expert peer review.

Reimbursable agreements

Contracts or agreements where one agency performs work or provides services for another agency, and the requesting agency pays back the costs incurred.

National Laboratories

A system of federal government-owned, contractor-operated research and development centers in the United States, primarily funded by the Department of Energy.

Quantum information sciences