Community Infrastructure for Research in Computer and Information Science and Engineering
ID: 348095Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Award Range

$50K - $5M

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
Timeline
    Description

    The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Community Infrastructure for Research in Computer and Information Science and Engineering" aimed at enhancing research infrastructure in the fields of computer and information science and engineering. This program seeks to support diverse communities of researchers by funding the development and enhancement of world-class research infrastructure, which includes user services and community engagement to foster a robust research environment. The initiative is particularly important for ensuring access to infrastructure for researchers from a variety of institutions, including minority-serving and predominantly undergraduate institutions. The total estimated funding for this program is $24 million, with individual awards ranging from $50,000 to $5 million, and a deadline for proposal submissions set for September 13, 2024. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact NSF grants.gov support at grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov.

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