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Find similar grantsEarly Career Research Program (DE-FOA-0003602) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science. This opportunity supports mission-aligned projects and measurable outcomes.
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Opportunity Listing - Early Career Research Program (ECRP) Early Career Research Program (ECRP) Agency: Office of Science Assistance Listings: 81. 049 -- Office of Science Financial Assistance Program Last Updated: March 3, 2026 View version history on Grants.
gov DOE SC hereby invites applications for support under the ECRP in the following program areas: Advanced Scientific Computing Research (ASCR); Basic Energy Sciences (BES); Biological and Environmental Research (BER); Fusion Energy Sciences (FES); High Energy Physics (HEP); Nuclear Physics (NP); Isotope Research and Development and Production (DOE IP).
The purpose of this program is to support the development of individual research programs of outstanding scientists early in their careers and to stimulate research careers in the areas supported by SC. Private institutions of higher education Public and state institutions of higher education In accordance with 2 CFR 910.
126, Competition, eligibility for award is restricted to U.S. Institutions of Higher Education, DOE/NNSA National Laboratories (listed at https://www. energy. gov/national-laboratories), and institutions operating SC Scientific User Facilities (listed at https://science.
osti. gov/User-Facilities). Grantor contact information Early Career Research Program Early Career Research Program File name Description Last updated DE-FOA-0003602.
pdf DE-FOA-0003602 Link to additional information Early Career Research Program Funding opportunity number : Cost sharing or matching requirement : Funding instrument type : Opportunity Category Explanation : Category of Funding Activity : Science technology and other research and development
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Applicants must be early career scientists. Eligibility details are provided in the FOA. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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