Emerging Mathematics in Biology
ID: 357047Type: 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
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
  2. 2
    Forecast Due Not available
  3. 3
    Posted Nov 8, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Mar 3, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Emerging Mathematics in Biology" aimed at stimulating innovative mathematical research to address significant biological questions. This program seeks proposals from accredited institutions of higher education in the U.S., including community colleges, focusing on integrative research projects that apply traditional mathematical tools or develop new theories, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence and machine learning. With an estimated total funding of $6 million and approximately 15 awards expected, interested applicants must submit their proposals by March 3, 2025. For further assistance, applicants can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

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