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ActiveU.S. National Science Foundation (NSF BIO) · 2026

Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core)

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Agency: U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF BIO)
Funding: Not specified (range of funding levels and project durations; rapid grants and larger awards possible)
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Universities and colleges, including faculty, lecturers, and administrative staff.

About This Grant

This funding opportunity supports foundational and interdisciplinary research projects that expand knowledge of biology at any level of organization, from the molecular to the biome scale.

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Universities and colleges, including faculty, lecturers, and administrative staff.

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Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core) is funded by U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF BIO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

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