NSF-AFRL REsearch in FLoquet Engineered QuanTum Systems
ID: 357581Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$3M - $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/357581

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf25520
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    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF), in collaboration with the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), is offering a grant opportunity titled "NSF-AFRL Research in Floquet Engineered Quantum Systems" aimed at advancing the understanding of novel quantum systems influenced by time-periodic driving forces. This initiative seeks proposals from institutions of higher education (IHEs) to explore transformative approaches in materials, devices, theory, and systems related to quantum science and engineering, with a focus on fostering interagency collaboration and enhancing the U.S. global competitiveness in quantum research. The total estimated funding for this program is $3 million, with a minimum award amount of $3 million, and proposals are due by March 14, 2025. Interested applicants can reach out to NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov for assistance with the funding announcement.

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