Correctness for Scientific Computing Systems
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Overview

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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
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    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Correctness for Scientific Computing Systems" in collaboration with the Department of Energy (DOE), aimed at enhancing the correctness of scientific computing tools and workflows. This initiative seeks proposals that address the fundamental requirement of correctness in scientific computing, focusing on both software and hardware aspects, including the absence of faulty behaviors and the need for formal reasoning and mechanized proving of program properties. The program emphasizes the importance of collaboration between experts in scientific computing and formal reasoning, with an estimated total funding of $18 million available for this initiative. Proposals are due by August 12, 2025, and interested applicants can reach out to NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov for assistance.

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