Air Force Office of Scientific Research Program (AFOSR) Young Investigator Research Program (YIP) supports scientists and engineers who have received Ph.D. or equivalent degrees in the last 5 years and show exceptional ability and promise for conducting basic research, with the objective of fostering creative basic research in science and engineering; enhance early career development of outstanding young investigators; increase opportunities for the young investigator to recognize the Air Force mission and related challenges in science and engineering.