Human-Environment and Geographical Sciences Program
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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 the Human-Environment and Geographical Sciences Program, a federal grant aimed at supporting basic scientific research on the spatial dimensions of human behaviors and their interactions with environmental and social processes. Proposals are encouraged from a diverse range of eligible applicants, including for-profit organizations, non-profit entities, state and local governments, institutions of higher education, and federally recognized Tribal Nations, with a focus on advancing geographical and geospatial sciences through rigorous and generalizable research. The program has an estimated total funding of $7 million, with approximately 25 awards expected, and proposals must be submitted by February 3, 2025. For further information, applicants can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov or visit the additional information link provided.

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