Deadline: 24-Sep-2025
The Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy (ARPA-E) under the U.S. Department of Energy has launched the Magnetic Acceleration Generating New Innovations and Tactical Outcomes (MAGNITO) program to support the discovery, synthesis, and characterization of ultra-powerful magnets with the potential to revolutionize energy and industrial applications.
The program objectives and focus areas include the discovery of new physics, chemistries, and structures for ultra-powerful soft and hard magnets; the development of materials with higher saturation magnetization and maximum energy product than any known materials; advances in computational physics and high-throughput techniques; use of artificial intelligence and machine learning to accelerate materials discovery; solid-state chemistry and synthesis of new phases; magnetic measurement and characterization; manufacturability and technoeconomic analysis of new magnetic materials; and exploration of potential applications of ultra-strong magnets across motors, generators, and industrial systems.
ARPA-E seeks to catalyze innovation by enabling new discoveries that move beyond incremental improvements in magnetic materials. Current permanent magnets, largely based on rare earth compounds such as Nd₂Fe₁₄B, dominate the market but present limitations in performance and supply chain vulnerabilities. By doubling performance metrics such as maximum energy product and magnetic flux density, the program aims to advance next-generation materials that enhance motor efficiency, reduce size and weight, and reduce reliance on critical minerals.
Applicants are encouraged to form teams with expertise in computational materials discovery, solid-state chemistry, magnetism physics, and high-throughput laboratory methods. They must also consider the supply chain and manufacturability of proposed materials to ensure scalability and economic feasibility. The program highlights aggressive technical performance targets, including achieving a magnetic flux density greater than 2.5 Tesla, a maximum energy product above 800 kJ/m³, Curie temperatures exceeding 200°C, and manufacturing capability for pellets of at least 1 cm³ at costs under $1,000/kg.
ARPA-E anticipates awarding between 6 and 10 projects under this funding opportunity, with total funding of approximately $20 million. Award sizes are expected to range between $500,000 and $3 million, with project timelines from June 2026 to June 2029. Applicants will be required to share in the project costs, with cost-share percentages varying based on applicant type.
For more information, visit Grants.gov.
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