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CISE Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). Funds computing education research (CER) including AI education interventions, workforce pathways, and human-AI interaction in computing innovation.
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Application snapshot: target deadline March 1, 2026; published funding information Up to $1,000,000 over 4 years; eligibility guidance Universities, research institutions
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Computer and Information Science and Engineering : Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) | NSF - U. S. National Science Foundation An official website of the United States government Official websites use .
gov A . gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. Secure .
gov websites use HTTPS. or https:// means you've safely connected to the . gov website.
Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
Research Experiences for Undergraduates For Early-Career Researchers Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) How We Make Funding Decisions Request a Change to Your Award Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) NSF Public Access Repository Who to Contact With Questions Facilities and Infrastructure Updates on NSF Priorities Our Directorates & Offices Biological Sciences (BIO) Computer & Information Science & Engineering (CISE) Integrative Activities (OIA) International Science & Engineering (OISE) Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MPS) Social, Behavioral & Economic Sciences (SBE) Technology, Innovation & Partnerships (TIP) National Center for Science & Engineering Statistics (NCSES) National Science Board (NSB) Computer and Information Science and Engineering : Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) Computer and Information Science and Engineering : Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) NSF's implementation of the revised 2 CFR NSF Financial Assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements) made on or after October 1, 2024, will be subject to the applicable set of award conditions, dated October 1, 2024, available on the NSF website .
These terms and conditions are consistent with the revised guidance specified in the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance published in the Federal Register on April 22, 2024.
Important information for proposers All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements.
Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement.
Updates to NSF Research Security Policies On July 10, 2025, NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to the agency's research security policies, including a research security training requirement, Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program annual certification requirement, prohibition on Confucius institutes and an updated FFDR reporting and submission timeline.
Supports foundational and interdisciplinary research across all aspects of computing, communication and information science and engineering to advance the future of technology, systems and human-centered innovation. Supports foundational and interdisciplinary research across all aspects of computing, communication and information science and engineering to advance the future of technology, systems and human-centered innovation.
The NSF CISE Directorate supports research and education projects that develop new knowledge in all aspects of computing, communications, and information science and engineering through the following Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) programs: Algorithmic Foundations (AF) program; Communications and Information Foundations (CIF) program; Computer Systems Research (CSR) program; Computing Education Research (CER) program; Cyber-Physical System Foundations and Connected Communities (CPS) program; Foundations of Emerging Technologies (FET) program; Human-Centered Computing (HCC) program; Information Integration and Informatics (III) program; Networking Technology and Systems (NeTS) program; Robust Intelligence (RI) program; and Software and Hardware Foundations (SHF) program; The CISE Future Computing Research program anticipates a portfolio of awards with a range of budgets and durations, including projects of smaller scope.
Project durations and budgets must be commensurate with the scope of the proposed work up to the maximum limit of $1,000,000 with a duration up to 4 years. Typical projects are approximately $150,000 to $250,000 per year and are 3 to 4 years in duration. Projects are discouraged from exceeding $300,000 in any single year.
Estimated program budget, number of awards, and average award size/duration are subject to the availability of funds.
Funded as part of this Program Algorithmic Foundations (AF) Communications and Information Foundations (CIF) Computer Systems Research (CSR) Computing Education Research Cyber-Physical System Foundations and Connected Communities (CPS) Foundations of Emerging Technologies (FET) Human-Centered Computing (HCC) Information Integration and Informatics (III) Networking Technology and Systems (NeTS) Software and Hardware Foundations (SHF) Awards made through this program Browse projects funded by this program Map of recent awards made through this program Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Division of Computing and Communication Foundations (CISE/CCF) Division of Information and Intelligent Systems (CISE/IIS) Division of Computer and Network Systems (CISE/CNS) Second Thursday in September, Annually Thereafter First Thursday in February, Annually Thereafter While proposals are accepted anytime, proposers are highly encouraged to submit by the target dates to ensure consideration during the corresponding panel review cycle.
Dependent upon the availability of funds. Estimated number of awards Proposals may only be submitted by certain types of PIs. Please see solicitation for details.
Limit on number of proposals per PI or Co-PI Limit on number of proposals per PI or co-PI description For CISE Future CoRe Programs, an individual may not serve as a PI, co-PI, or Senior/Key Personnel on more than two proposals submitted within any consecutive 12-month period across all Future CoRe programs listed in this solicitation.
Proposals submitted to the previous version of CISE core Programs (NSF 24-589); Cyber-Physical Systems (NSF 24-581); Smart and Connected Communities (NSF 25-527) or any other NSF funding opportunities do not count towards the limit on the number of proposals per PI, co-PI or Senior Personnel. These eligibility constraints will be strictly enforced to treat everyone fairly and consistently.
Any proposal that exceeds this limit at the time of submission for any PI, co-PI, or Senior/Key Personnel will be returned without review. No exceptions will be made. Proposals that are withdrawn prior to commencement of the merit review process, or those that are returned without review by NSF, will not count against this proposal limit.
Proposers are strongly encouraged to verify the dates of prior submissions to Future CoRe Programs for all personnel on their teams to avoid their proposals being returned without review. Review full program guidelines and learn how to submit a proposal in the latest solicitation. Share on X (formerly known as Twitter) Our Directorates & Offices Budget, Performance & Financial Reporting
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Universities, research institutions Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $1,000,000 over 4 years Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is March 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
CyberAICorps® Scholarship for Service (SFS) (CyberAI SFS) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). Funds scholarship programs integrating AI and cybersecurity education, including human interaction with AI systems, experiential learning, and professional development. Application snapshot: target deadline March 1, 2026; published funding information $500,000 - $2,500,000; eligibility guidance Universities with SFS programs Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
America’s Seed Fund (NSF SBIR/STTR) Phase I - Artificial Intelligence (AI) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). Provides funding for high-risk, high-impact innovations in AI that can be commercialized for diverse applications, including robotics for repairs and farm automation. Application snapshot: target deadline March 5, 2026; published funding information Up to $305,000; eligibility guidance Small Businesses (SBCs) Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
NSF Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I - Energy Technologies is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). Supports small businesses in developing high-risk, high-impact technologies in energy conservation, storage, and renewable power (including solar) that require R&D to establish commercial feasibility. Application snapshot: target deadline March 5, 2026; published funding information $275,000 - $305,000; eligibility guidance For-profit small businesses located in the U.S. with 500 or fewer employees. A Project Pitch must be submitted and invited prior to full application. Use the official notice and source links for final requirements, attachment checklists, allowable costs, and submission instructions before applying.
