The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (NSF MPS) supports research programs spanning astronomical sciences, chemistry, materials research, mathematical sciences and physics. MPS also funds multidisciplinary centers and institutes, workforce development and training, advanced instrumentation and more.
Use the button below to view a complete list of all active NSF MPS funding opportunities. You can narrow down the list using keywords and filters.
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Contact the program director(s) listed on any NSF program webpage to ask questions or get feedback on whether the program is a good fit for your research.
Visit the Funding at NSF page for general guidance on preparing and submitting a proposal.
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Use the links below to view an overview of the core programs, centers, institutes, workforce development and other activities funded by MPS: