Leading Engineering for America's Prosperity, Health, and Infrastructure
ID: 339982Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$1M - $2M

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/339982

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf22594
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    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Leading Engineering for America's Prosperity, Health, and Infrastructure" aimed at addressing complex engineering challenges through interdisciplinary research. Proposals are invited from eligible applicants, including non-profit organizations and institutions of higher education, to conduct fundamental research that can lead to disruptive technologies and significant societal impacts, particularly in economic competitiveness, public health, and infrastructure. The program has an estimated total funding of $12 million, with individual awards ranging from $1 million to $2 million, and proposals are due by September 16, 2024. Interested parties can find more information and contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov for assistance.

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