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Materials Research Proto-IRG Seed Grant Program is sponsored by The Ohio State University (jointly funded and managed by the Center for Emergent Materials (CEM), Center for Exploration of Novel Complex Materials (ENCOMM), and Institute for Materials and Manufacturing Research (IMR)).
This program aims to foster innovative, collaborative directions and teams in materials research at Ohio State University, with the goal of positioning OSU as a leader in emerging fields. These teams are expected to form the basis of Interdisciplinary Research Groups (IRGs) for future National Science Foundation (NSF) supported Materials Research Science and Engineering Center (MRSEC) competitions.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Open to The Ohio State University (OSU) materials community. Teams are expected to form the basis of Interdisciplinary Research Groups (IRGs). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not specified (average grant amount in recent years across similar programs is $160,000). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Materials Research Proto-IRG Seed Grant Program are due September 25, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Materials Research Proto-IRG Seed Grant Program is funded by The Ohio State University (jointly funded and managed by the Center for Emergent Materials (CEM), Center for Exploration of Novel Complex Materials (ENCOMM), and Institute for Materials and Manufacturing Research (IMR)). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Ohio. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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