Computer and Information Science and Engineering Research Expansion Program
ID: 352175Type: 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/352175

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf24536
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    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering the Computer and Information Science and Engineering Research Expansion Program, aimed at enhancing research capacity at Minority-Serving Institutions (MSIs). This program seeks to broaden participation in CISE-funded research projects and foster innovation in computer and information science and engineering, ultimately strengthening the U.S. research landscape and providing new opportunities in STEM careers for historically marginalized communities. With an estimated total funding of $10 million and approximately 20 awards expected, proposals must be submitted by accredited MSIs, with a lead principal investigator from the MSI faculty. The submission deadline is February 7, 2025, and interested applicants can reach out to NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov for assistance.

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