Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers
Grant Opportunity Analysis
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers" (MRSECs) aimed at supporting high-quality materials research and education. Proposals are invited from accredited institutions of higher education in the U.S., including community colleges, to establish campus-based research centers that address complex materials science challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This initiative is crucial for enhancing materials research infrastructure, fostering partnerships between academia and industry, and contributing to a national network of research centers. The estimated total program funding is $15 million, with an expected five awards to be made, and proposals are due by January 27, 2026. For further information, applicants can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov or visit the NSF publication page at http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf26500.
Eligible Applicants
*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs): Two- and four-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus.