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Office of Emerging Frontiers and Multidisciplinary Activities (ENG/EFMA)

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The U.S. National Science Foundation Office of Emerging Frontiers and Multidisciplinary Activities (EFMA) supports cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research as well as multidisciplinary studies and facilities.

EFMA supports:

  • Important emerging areas of engineering research and education.
  • Bold, innovative engineering projects that address national needs or grand challenges.
  • Hands-on research and mentoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

Recent funding opportunities

Program
Next Required Due Date: March 10, 2026
Posted December 11, 2025