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Find similar grantsMPS Physics Research Programs is sponsored by NSF Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Supports multiple research programs at the frontiers of discovery in physics, including theoretical, experimental, computational, and observational studies. These programs support individual researchers, small teams, and cross-cutting interdisciplinary research.
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Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) View image credit & caption Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (NSF MPS) is one of the preeminent federal forces behind over 75 years of major scientific breakthroughs and innovations — from the discovery of new properties of energy and matter to the creation of entirely new fields of mathematics.
NSF MPS supports fundamental research in astronomical sciences, chemistry, materials, mathematical sciences and physics. MPS also manages ambitious, multidisciplinary research centers and institutes focused on major scientific challenges. The directorate supports fundamental science and research infrastructure that advances scientific knowledge and enhances the nation's economic growth, security and quality of life.
MPS investments are also building the scientific workforce of the future by providing specialized training, education and mentorship opportunities in labs across the U.S. NSF funds polymer research center with nearly $20M investment NSF invests in foundational research on wave-based computing New state of matter could aid quantum computing IPA program director job opportunities at NSF MPS NSF announces $1.
5B for foundational research to drive scientific breakthroughs for American technological leadership Podcast: The Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) Podcast: New telescope to transform study of universe Thursday, September 24, 2026, 9:00 a. m. – 5:00 p.
m. Astronomy and Astrophysics Committee (AAAC) Meeting Friday, September 25, 2026, 9:00 a. m.
– 5:00 p. m. Astronomy and Astrophysics Committee (AAAC) Meeting Condensed Matter and Materials Theory (CMMT) Mathematical Sciences Focused Research Groups (MS-FRG) Mathematical Sciences Research Training Groups (MS-RTG) EMERGING FRONTIERS IN RESEARCH AND INNOVATION (EFRI): Wave-Based Computing (WBC) ( EFRI-WBC) Next Required Due Date: February 11, 2027 View all MPS opportunities MPS supports the ground-based exploration of space.
From asteroids to black holes, this work enables the discovery and understanding of objects and phenomena within our solar system, the Milky Way galaxy and other galaxies, and the entire universe. MPS supports fundamental discovery, invention and innovation in the chemical sciences.
This work creates a strong scientific foundation for future technologies and the chemical industry, which is central to the U.S. economy and our daily lives. MPS supports fundamental understanding of materials, their properties and their potential applications. Materials research provides critical building blocks for technology and innovation, from new types of electronics and batteries to medical devices and body armor.
MPS supports multiple research programs at the frontiers of discovery in theoretical and applied mathematical sciences. Mathematical sciences play an essential role in all fields of science and technology and underpin many aspects of society and security, from weather forecasting to cryptography.
MPS supports physics research that enables human understanding of the fundamental aspects of nature at all scales, from quantum-scale effects inside atoms to the dark energy that spans the entire universe. Breakthroughs in physics have led to technologies including GPS, MRI and quantum computers.
NSF supports research facilities that provide scientists with unique instruments and capabilities to explore the physical universe, including multiple astronomy observatories, the NSF National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, particle detectors at the Large Hadron Collider, and others.
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MPS Physics Research Programs is funded by NSF Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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MGPV Travel Grant is sponsored by Geological Society of America (GSA), Mineralogy, Geochemistry, Petrology, Volcanology Division. MGPV Travel grants support student travel to the annual GSA meeting. Applications are restricted to active graduate or undergraduate students who are the presenting authors of an accepted abstract at the annual GSA meeting.
Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Science (ROSES) - 2025: A.4 Rapid Response and Novel Research in Earth Science is sponsored by National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Science Mission Directorate (SMD). This omnibus research funding opportunity includes various program elements, with rolling submissions for Earth Science research through August 2026. Proposers to Earth Science using the NASA Center for Climate Simulation high-end computing facility must include specific budget details.
NSF announced three more X-Labs topics on September 16, 2026 — Artificial Intelligence for Physical Systems is live, with Sequence to Function and Computation at the Limit of Physics coming this fall. The Q&A webinar is October 14 and an RFI on future topics closes October 30. The per-topic key-personnel restriction is what should be driving your team-building decisions.
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