Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) Program
Department Of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration
EAR is an enhanced program to address longer-term, higher-risk research, including 1) highway infrastructure materials, 2) health effects, 3) safety, 4) environment, 5) system condition and performance monitoring, and 6) hour-to hour operational decision-making. This Assistance Listing 20.221 created in August 2025 was included in the previous ALN 20.200, please refer to former ALN 20.200 for FY24 and FY25 financial obligations. The new Assistance Listing 20.221 will be utilized by DOT at the
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Helps researchers improve transportation systems through innovative, high-risk projects. Aims for safer, less congested, and more environmentally friendly facilities.
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This program offers funding up to $2,000,000 (minimum $2,000,000).
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