Earth Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowships
ID: 356626Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

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/356626

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf25500
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    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering Earth Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowships aimed at recent doctoral graduates to conduct independent research and professional development in the Earth Sciences field. The program supports fellows for up to two years at eligible host institutions, encouraging them to diversify their research expertise and expand their professional networks while participating in a professional development program focused on mentoring and increasing engagement of underrepresented groups in STEM. With an estimated total program funding of $2,784,000 and the expectation of awarding 10 fellowships, proposals must be submitted by January 14, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

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