Building Synthetic Microbial Communities for Biology, Mitigating Climate Change, Sustainability and Biotechnology
ID: 341405Type: Posted
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National Science Foundation (NSF)

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Unrestricted

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Science and Technology and other Research and Development

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Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

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https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/341405

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http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf22607
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    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Building Synthetic Microbial Communities for Biology, Mitigating Climate Change, Sustainability and Biotechnology." This initiative aims to support research that explores the formation, maintenance, and evolution of synthetic microbial communities, as well as their applications in addressing fundamental biological questions and societal challenges, particularly in biotechnology and environmental sustainability. Given the critical role of microbes in ecosystems and their potential for bioremediation, the NSF emphasizes the importance of proposals that demonstrate outstanding intellectual merit and broader impacts, including considerations of social, ethical, and biosafety dimensions. The estimated total program funding is $9.5 million, with approximately 12 awards expected, and proposals are due by August 3, 2026. For further inquiries, applicants can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

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