The NSF supports research across a wide range of scientific and engineering disciplines, including fundamental research in fields like physics, chemistry, biology, computer science, and social sciences.
Core NSF Resources:
- NSF Homepage: The main NSF website, providing an overview of the agency, its mission, and current funding opportunities.
- NSF Funding Opportunities: A searchable database of current NSF funding opportunities, allowing researchers to find relevant programs and deadlines.
- NSF News & Events: News releases, press conferences, and upcoming events related to NSF research and activities.
- NSF Awards Search: Search for information on awarded NSF grants, including project summaries and principal investigators.
For Proposal Development:
- NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG): The essential guide for all aspects of NSF proposal preparation and submission.
- NSF Proposal Development Resources: A collection of resources to assist researchers in developing strong NSF proposals, including templates, checklists, and guidance on specific proposal components.
- NSF Proposal and Award Process: This page outlines the lifecycle of a proposal to the U.S. National Science Foundation, from preparation and submission to review and award processing.
NSF Directorates: Explore the specific research areas supported by each of the seven NSF directorates. Within each directorate, explore the specific research divisions and programs that align with your research interests.
- Directorate for Biological Sciences (BIO)
- Directorate for Computer & Information Science & Engineering (CISE)
- Directorate for Engineering (ENG)
- Directorate for Geosciences (GEO)
- Directorate for Mathematical & Physical Sciences (MPS)
- Directorate for Social & Behavioral Sciences (SBE)
- Directorate for STEM Education
- Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP)
- Office of Budget, Finance and Award Management (BFA)
- Office of Information and Resource Management (OIRM)
- Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO)
- Office of the Director (OD)
- National Science Board (NSB)
For Researchers at Different Career Stages:
- NSF CAREER Program Website: Information and resources for the NSF CAREER Program, which supports early-career faculty in research and education.
- NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP): A program that provides funding to graduate students pursuing research in NSF-supported science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields.
- NSF REU (Research Experiences for Undergraduates) Sites: Provides funding for researchers to mentor undergraduate students in NSF-supported research opportunities.
- NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellowships and Funding: Funding opportunities for postdoctoral researchers.
Other Research-Related NSF Resources
- CAREER Proposal Writing Tips from Successful Applicants (2007): Offers guidance from previous successful applicants on writing NSF CAREER proposals.
- NSF Policy Office: Provides information on NSF policies related to funding, research, and proposal submissions.
- NSF Innovation Corps (I-Corps) Program: A program designed to help researchers commercialize their innovations and translate them into viable technologies.
- NSF Grants.gov Application Guide: Guidance on using the Grants.gov system to submit NSF proposals. (Released annually in May)
- NSF Help Desk: Contact information for assistance with NSF applications and other inquiries.
- NSF Public Affairs Office: News and resources for the public about NSF research and activities.
- NSF International Collaborations: Information on NSF programs and policies related to international research collaborations.
- NSF Broader Impacts Criterion: Detailed information on how NSF evaluates the broader impacts of proposed research.
