47.049: Mathematical and Physical Sciences

47.049

Active

National Science Foundation (NSF)

Aug. 9, 2022

Aug. 9, 2022

To promote the progress of the mathematical and physical sciences and thereby strengthen the Nation's scientific enterprise; to increase the store of scientific knowledge and enhance understanding of major problems confronting the Nation. Most of the research supported is basic in character. The program includes support of research project grants in the following disciplines: astronomical sciences, chemistry, materials research, mathematical sciences, physics, as well as support for symposia and conferences. Basic research in multidisciplinary areas related to these disciplines is especially encouraged. Support is also provided for state-of-the-art user facilities in astronomy, physics, and many areas of materials science; science and technology centers; institutes; undergraduate student research; faculty enhancement; curriculum development; instrumentation; laboratory improvement; and for research opportunities for women, minority, and disabled scientists and engineers.

B - Project Grants

Except where a program solicitation establishes more restrictive eligibility criteria, organizations in the following categories may submit proposals: Institutions of Higher Education; Non-profit, non-academic organizations; For-profit organizations and State and local governments. See the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG), Chapter I.E., for a full description of eligibility requirements: https://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=pappg

Not applicable.

47.074 - Biological Sciences

47.075 - Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences

47.083 - Integrative Activities

47.041 - Engineering

47.076 - Education and Human Resources

47.079 - Office of International Science and Engineering

47.070 - Computer and Information Science and Engineering

47.050 - Geosciences

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