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The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Biological Sciences (NSF BIO) supports research and education that advances the understanding of all forms of life and their components at all scales — from molecules to ecosystems and across space and time.
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What we support
Core biological sciences research
Advancing fundamental understanding of biological systems at all scales of organization, ranging from molecules to organisms to ecosystems.
Workforce development
Funding development of the biological sciences workforce through education and training at multiple career stages.
Additional initiatives and infrastructure
Supporting research and partnerships to advance biological discovery and infrastructure capacity.
