Joint DMS/NIGMS Initiative to Support Research at the Interface of the Biological and Mathematical Sciences
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National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$1 - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF), in collaboration with the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS), is offering a grant opportunity titled "Joint DMS/NIGMS Initiative to Support Research at the Interface of the Biological and Mathematical Sciences." This initiative aims to promote fundamental research in mathematics and statistics that addresses critical questions in the biological and biomedical sciences, encouraging both new collaborations and innovative activities among existing research teams. The program features two submission tracks, allowing for project budgets of up to $600,000 for three years or up to $1,200,000 for three to four years, with a total estimated funding of $5 million and approximately 25 awards expected. Interested applicants can find more information and submit inquiries to grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov, with the application deadline set for September 18, 2024.

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