The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a solid-state lighting (SSL) R&D funding opportunity 'Solid-State Lighting Advanced Technologies R&D – 2014' (DE-FOA-0000973). A total of up to $10m in funding is directed toward all three existing DOE SSL R&D program areas:

Core Technology Research – the application of fundamental scientific concepts to SSL technology; Product Development – using the knowledge gained from basic or applied research to develop or improve commercially viable SSL materials, devices, or systems; US Manufacturing – accelerating SSL technology adoption through manufacturing innovations and improvements that reduce costs and enhance quality and consistency.

The DOE will select up to 10 projects. Potential applicants should note that there are a number of changes in the application procedures. One is the requirement that, prior to submitting a full application, applicants submit a concept paper by 8 January 2014. Applications are due by 24 February.