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National Science Foundation awards supporting fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering.

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High Altitude Community Observatory (HACO) Development Program

NSF supports development of high-altitude platforms for astronomical observations, including buoyant systems like aerostats for ultra-high altitude research applications.

$1,000,000 - $5,000,000Deadline: Mar 15, 2026
NSFActive

NSF CAREER: Faculty Early Career Development Program

The Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program is a Foundation-wide activity that offers the National Science Foundation most prestigious awards in support of early-career faculty who have the potential to serve as academic role models in research and education and to lead advances in the mission of their department or organization.

$400,000 to $800,000 over 5 yearsDeadline: Jul 28, 2026
Directorate for STEM Education (NSF)Active

Broadening Participation in America's Technology Workforce (BATW)

Funds capacity-building for underrepresented groups in tech fields, including AI curriculum design for native project integration at universities.

$1,000,000 - $5,000,000Deadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Biomaterials Program

Supports fundamental research and engineering of biomaterials inspired by biological systems, including structural designs mimicking natural materials for advanced applications.

$300,000 - $1,200,000Deadline: Rolling
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Biophotonics Program

Funds innovative research in biophotonics, including biomimetic structural designs for optical and photonic materials derived from biological structures.

$400,000 - $1,500,000Deadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Physics of Living Systems Program

Advances physics-based approaches to study living systems, encompassing structural biomimicry for designing novel materials and systems.

$500,000 - $2,000,000Deadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Design of Biomedical Devices Program

Supports research on biomimetic design principles for biomedical devices, focusing on structural adaptations from nature.

$300,000 - $1,000,000Deadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Engineering Design (ENG/DES)

Funds creative design research, including biomimicry-inspired structural engineering for innovative products and systems.

$200,000 - $800,000Deadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Environment and Climate Change Innovation Pilots (EECI)

Funds pilots for sustainable materials and circular economy technologies, applicable to perovskite recycling and low-impact PV manufacturing.

$500,000 - $2 millionDeadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Materials Genome for Circular Economy

Advances computational and experimental approaches for designing recyclable materials, suitable for perovskite circular pilots.

$300,000 - $1.5 millionDeadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Partnerships for Research and Education in Materials (PREM)

Builds materials research capacity, suitable for lunar regolith simulant studies and additive manufacturing material development.

$3,000,000 - $5,000,000 over 5 yearsDeadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Future Manufacturing Open Call

Funds innovative manufacturing seed projects, including advanced additive techniques for novel feedstocks like lunar regolith analogs.

$500,000 - $2,000,000Deadline: Rolling
National Science Foundation (NSF)Active

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) - IIP Topic: Advanced Drug Delivery

Funds small businesses innovating in advanced manufacturing for implantable drug delivery systems, emphasizing novel materials and controlled release mechanisms.

$275,000 (Phase I)Deadline: Rolling

NSF Grants Grant Writing Guides

What NSF Reviewers Wish You Knew

NSF reviewers reveal what makes a winning grant proposal. Tips on Intellectual Merit, Broader Impacts, storytelling, and measurable outcomes.

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Building a Strong NSF Research Team for Your Grant

Build a collaborative NSF research team that wins grants. Tips on choosing PIs, defining roles, and demonstrating a strong track record.

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Writing a Concise NSF Research Proposal That Stands Out

Write a clear, jargon-free NSF research proposal that reviewers love. Tips on structure, analogies, and concise scientific writing.

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NSF TCUP Grants for Tribal Colleges: How to Apply

NSF allocates $10.3M for tribal STEM capacity in 2026. Understand each TCUP funding track, who qualifies, and what makes proposals stand out.

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NSF GRFP Application Guide: Winning Strategies from Funded Fellows

Complete NSF GRFP application guide covering eligibility, personal statements, research plans, and strategies that funded fellows used to win.

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NSF Grant Writing Resources: Tools for Researchers

Essential NSF grant writing resources for academic researchers. From the Grant Proposal Guide to workshops and professional writing services.

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