Geophysics
ID: 337833Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$10K - $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/337833

Additional Information

http://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf22563
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    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Geophysics," aimed at supporting basic research in the physics of the solid Earth. This program encourages a diverse range of studies across various disciplines, including geodesy, seismology, and mineral physics, with a focus on understanding geohazards, crustal dynamics, and planetary processes. The total estimated funding for this program is $17.2 million, with individual awards ranging from $10,000 to $1.5 million, and proposals are accepted on a rolling basis. Interested applicants, including non-profit organizations and accredited institutions of higher education, can find more information and submit proposals through the NSF's grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

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