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Expeditions in Computing (Expeditions)

The far-reaching impact and rate of innovation in the computer and information science and engineering fields has been remarkable, generating economic prosperity, and enhancing the quality of life for people.More than a decade ago, the NSF Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (NSF CISE)…

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs): Two- and four-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their…
How muchat least $15 million per award; about 4 awards; $60 million total
DeadlineTue, Jul 27, 2027 (277 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #26-525
Assistance listing47.075
PostedMon, Aug 17, 2026

Official posting

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Integrated Data Systems & Services (IDSS)

The Integrated Data Systems and Services (IDSS) program supports operations-level national-scale cyberinfrastructure systems and services that broadly advance and facilitate open, data-intensive and artificial intelligence-driven science and engineering research, innovation, and education.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Non-profit, non-academic organizations: Independent museums, observatories, research laboratories, professional societies and similar organizations located in the U.S. that are…
How much$500K to $30 million per award; about 9 awards; $60 million total
DeadlineTue, Jul 27, 2027 (277 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #26-509
Assistance listing47.075
PostedWed, Apr 15, 2026

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Faculty Early Career Development Program (CAREER)

CAREER: The Faculty Early Career Development (CAREER) Program is a Foundation-wide activity that offers the National Science Foundation's 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…

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Non-profit, non-academic organizations: Independent museums, observatories, research laboratories, professional societies and similar organizations located in the U.S. that are…
How muchat least $400K per award; $250 million total
DeadlineWed, Jul 28, 2027 (278 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #22-586
Assistance listing47.041, 47.049, 47.050, 47.070, 47.074, 47.075, 47.076, 47.084
PostedTue, Apr 19, 2022

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EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Research Incubators for STEM Excellence (E-RISE)

The Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) supports the mission of the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) by promoting nationwide scientific progress. Through this program, NSF fosters partnerships among academic institutions, government entities, industry, and non-profits.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Institutions of higher education (PhD-granting and non-PhD-granting), acting on behalf of their faculty members, that are accredited in and have a campus in the United States, its…
How muchat least $8 million per award; $32 million total
DeadlineTue, Aug 10, 2027 (291 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #25-522
Assistance listing47.075
PostedSat, Dec 14, 2024

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Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Serve as PI: For REU Site proposals, a single individual may be designated as the Principal Investigator. This individual will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the award.
How much$5,000 to $500K per award; about 1350 awards; $85 million total
DeadlineWed, Aug 18, 2027 (299 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #23-601
Assistance listing47.041, 47.049, 47.050, 47.070, 47.074, 47.075, 47.076, 47.078, 47.079, 47.083, 47.084
PostedThu, Jun 29, 2023

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Defense Sciences Office (DSO) Office-wide BAA

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) Defense Sciences Office (DSO) is soliciting proposals which investigate innovative approaches that enable revolutionary advances in science, devices, or systems for national security applications.

FromDARPA - Defense Sciences Office
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notesAll responsible sources capable of satisfying the Government's needs may submit a proposal that shall be considered by DARPA. See the Eligibility Information section of the BAA for more information.
How muchAmount not stated
DeadlineFri, Aug 27, 2027 (308 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeCooperative agreement, Other, Procurement contract
Opportunity #HR001126S0015
Assistance listing12.910
PostedFri, Aug 28, 2026

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US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Indo-Pacific Fundamental Research Collaboration Opportunities

The entire package was also posted on System for Award Management (SAM) with its title, One-Step Open BAA, US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Indo-Pacific Fundamental Research Collaboration Opportunities

FromUSAF 347 Contracting Squadron
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notesThe Government intends to engage in the discovery, development, and integration of novel science and technologies ONLY in the Indo-Pacific region and DOES NOT support engagements in Continental United States.
How muchat least $10K per award; about 51 awards
DeadlineMon, Aug 30, 2027 (311 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeProcurement contract
Opportunity #FA520922S0001
Assistance listing12.800
PostedWed, Sep 21, 2022

Official posting

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Community Infrastructure for Research in Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CIRC)

The Community Infrastructure for Research in Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CIRC) program drives discovery and learning in the core disciplines of the three participating CISE divisions [Computing and Communication Foundations (CCF), Computer and Network Systems (CNS), and Information and…

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Non-profit, non-academic organizations: Independent museums, observatories, research laboratories, professional societies and similar organizations located in the U.S. that are…
How much$50K to $5 million per award; about 25 awards; $24 million total
DeadlineFri, Sep 10, 2027 (322 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #23-589
Assistance listing47.075
PostedFri, Jun 6, 2025

Official posting

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Engineering Research Initiation (ERI)

The NSF Directorate for Engineering (ENG) seeks to build engineering research capacity across the nation by investing in new academic investigators who have yet to receive sufficient research funding from Federal Agencies.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Serve as PI: The PI of an ERI proposal must hold a doctoral degree in a field supported by NSF and must hold an appointment at an ERI-eligible institution. Postdoctoral fellow researchers are not eligible to serve as PI on an ERI proposal.
How muchat least $200K per award; $11 million total
DeadlineThu, Sep 16, 2027 (328 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #24-590
Assistance listing47.041
PostedFri, Jul 17, 2026

Official posting

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Joint DMS/NIGMS Initiative to Support Research at the Interface of the Biological and Mathematical Sciences

The Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS) in the Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) at the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) plan to support fundamental research in mathematics and…

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyanyone (unrestricted)
How much$1 to $1.2 million per award; about 25 awards; $5 million total
DeadlineMon, Sep 20, 2027 (332 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #22-600
Assistance listing47.049, 93.859
PostedWed, Jun 1, 2022

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Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Biology (PRFB)

The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Biological Research has the potential to pave the way for breakthroughs in biotechnology and bio-system design that will create innovations, new industries, and jobs.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Proposals must be submitted by the individual, not the host institution, and awards are made directly to Fellows.
How muchat least $220K per award; $17 million total
DeadlineTue, Sep 28, 2027 (340 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #26-504
Assistance listing47.074
PostedThu, Feb 5, 2026

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FY 2027 Continuation of Solicitation for the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program

SC hereby announces its continuing interest in receiving applications for support of work in the following program areas: · Advanced Scientific Computing Research· Basic Energy Sciences· Biological and Environmental Research· Fusion Energy Sciences· High Energy and Nuclear Physics· Isotope R&D and Production.

FromOffice of Science
Who can applyanyone (unrestricted)
How much$5,000 to $10 million per award; $400 million total
DeadlineThu, Sep 30, 2027 (342 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeCooperative agreement, Grant, Other, Procurement contract
Opportunity #DE-FOA-0003665
Assistance listing81.049
PostedWed, Sep 30, 2026

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CHEERS Open Period 1 - All Technical Areas

The Air Force Research Laboratory, Human Effectiveness Directorate (RH) and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM), is soliciting white papers (and potentially later technical and cost proposals) on the research located in the Statements of Objectives attached to the Continuing Human…

FromAir Force -- Research Lab
Who can applyanyone (unrestricted)
How muchAmount not stated
DeadlineThu, Sep 30, 2027 (342 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeCooperative agreement, Grant, Other, Procurement contract
Opportunity #FA238424S2334
Assistance listing12.800
PostedThu, Aug 7, 2025

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CHEERS Open Period 2 - All Technical Areas

The Air Force Research Laboratory, Human Effectiveness Directorate (RH) and the United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine (USAFSAM), is soliciting white papers (and potentially later technical and cost proposals) on the research located in the Continuing Enabling, Enhancing, Restoring and Sustaining…

FromAir Force -- Research Lab
Who can applyanyone (unrestricted)
How muchAmount not stated
DeadlineThu, Sep 30, 2027 (342 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeCooperative agreement, Grant, Other, Procurement contract
Opportunity #FA238424S2335
Assistance listing12.800
PostedThu, Aug 7, 2025

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Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment

The opportunity for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuel and Environment (AJFE) was awarded in 2013 to the ASCENT cooperative aviation research organization.

FromFAA-COE-AJFE
Who can applyprivate colleges
How much$1 to $20 million per award; about 200 awards
DeadlineThu, Sep 30, 2027 (342 days left)
Matching fundsYes: you must put up some of your own money or in-kind match
CategoryEnergy, Environment, Science, Technology and Research
TypeCooperative agreement
Opportunity #FAA-COE-AJFE
Assistance listing20.109
PostedMon, Nov 13, 2023

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DOD Defense Health Agency (DHA) Research & Development FY23-FY27 BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT for Extramural Medical Research

The USAMRDC’s mission is to provide solutions to medical problems of importance to the American Service Member at home and abroad, as well as to the general public at large.

FromDefense Health Agency Contracting Activity - DHACA
Who can applyanyone (unrestricted)
How muchabout 600 awards
DeadlineThu, Sep 30, 2027 (342 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeCooperative agreement, Grant, Other, Procurement contract
Opportunity #HT942523SBAA1
Assistance listing12.420
PostedThu, Sep 22, 2022

Official posting

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Advanced Technological Education (ATE)

With a focus on two-year Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), the Advanced Technological Education (ATE) program supports the education of technicians for the high-technology fields that drive our nation's economy.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -For-profit organizations: U.S.-based commercial organizations, including small businesses, with strong capabilities in scientific or engineering research or education and a passion…
How much$475K to $7.5 million per award; about 80 awards; $74 million total
DeadlineThu, Oct 7, 2027 (349 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #24-584
Assistance listing47.076
PostedTue, Jun 25, 2024

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Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science

The Research Experiences for Teachers (RET) in Engineering and Computer Science program supports authentic summer research experiences for K-14 educators to foster long-term collaborations between universities, community colleges, school districts, and industry partners.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -RET Sites Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs) - Two- and four-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of…
How muchat least $600K per award; $5.8 million total
DeadlineWed, Oct 13, 2027 (355 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #24-503
Assistance listing47.041
PostedTue, Oct 31, 2023

Official posting

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NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships (AAPF)

NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships provide an opportunity for highly qualified, recent doctoral scientists to carry out an integrated program of independent research and education.

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -NSF Astronomy and Astrophysics Postdoctoral Fellowships are awards to individuals; proposals are submitted directly by the fellowship candidate to NSF.
How muchat least $110K per award; about 9 awards; $990K total
DeadlineFri, Oct 15, 2027 (357 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #22-621
Assistance listing47.049
PostedWed, Jul 27, 2022

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Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Excellence in Research (HBCU - EiR)

The Historically Black Colleges and Universities - Excellence in Research (HBCU-EiR) program was established in response to direction provided in the Senate Commerce and Justice, Science and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee Report (Senate Report 115-139), and is built on prior and continuing efforts by the…

FromU.S. National Science Foundation
Who can applyothers (see eligibility notes)
Eligibility notes*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Proposals may only be submitted by accredited Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) that have faculty members who conduct research in science and/or engineering…
How muchabout 35 awards; $28 million total
DeadlineTue, Oct 19, 2027 (361 days left)
CategoryScience, Technology and Research
TypeGrant
Opportunity #23-598
Assistance listing47.041, 47.049, 47.050, 47.070, 47.074, 47.075, 47.076, 47.078, 47.079, 47.083, 47.084
PostedThu, Jun 8, 2023

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