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EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE) is sponsored by U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). This program supports the NSF mission by promoting nationwide scientific progress and fostering partnerships among academic institutions, government, industry, and non-profits.
It aims to drive long-term improvements in research infrastructure, enhance R&D capacity, and boost the research competitiveness of eligible EPSCoR jurisdictions. E-CORE aids in building significant and sustainable research capacity and research infrastructure for targeted areas of focus within a jurisdiction's research ecosystems.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations in RII-eligible EPSCoR jurisdictions, including institutions of higher education. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $10M per award over 4 years; $37.5M annually for up to 15 awards. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE) are due July 20, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE) is funded by U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). 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 from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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