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Computer and Information Science and Engineering: Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF) - CISE Directorate. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Computer and Information Science and Engineering : Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation Computer and Information Science and Engineering : Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) Important information for proposers and award recipients All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in the funding opportunity and in the Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) and its supplements .
All NSF grants and cooperative agreements are subject to the applicable set of NSF award terms and conditions . NSF has updated its research security policies for NSF funded projects. 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)
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Project Description per PAPPG guidelines: Research objectives and rationale, proposed activities and methodology, assessment mechanisms for success, personnel qualifications and resources
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Universities and colleges, non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, and state and local governments. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows typically $150,000 to $250,000 per year, up to $1,000,000 total with durations up to 4 years. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was September 10, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Computer and Information Science and Engineering: Future Computing Research (Future CoRe) is funded by National Science Foundation (NSF) - CISE Directorate. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Start with the full solicitation document linked on this page — it contains the submission instructions and required forms.
The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Full Research Proposal per PAPPG guidelines, Project Personnel and Partner Organizations list (supplementary document), Data Management and Sharing Plan, Mentoring Plan, and Broadening Participation in Computing Plan (optional). Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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