Research Coordination Networks (RCN)
ID: 344859Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$500K - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/344859

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf23529
Timeline
    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Research Coordination Networks (RCN)" aimed at advancing research and education by fostering collaboration among investigators across various disciplines and geographic boundaries. The program encourages innovative networking strategies and collaborative technologies to enhance communication and coordination of research activities, with a focus on interdisciplinary topics and the development of community standards. With an estimated total funding of $12.5 million and a minimum award amount of $500,000, the NSF expects to make approximately 20 awards. Proposals are accepted on a rolling basis, and interested applicants can reach out to NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov for assistance or further information.

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