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OIA Integrative Research and Incubation

The U.S. National Science Foundation Office of Integrative Activitites Integrative Research and Innovation section catalyzes and incubates NSF-wide initiatives, promotes STEM talent and advances agency policies and research infrastructure.

The section provides sustained strategic investments and coordination for programs that support research across NSF, including academic research infrastructure and instrumentation. The section also fosters other agency activities, such as supporting and expanding NSF's honorary award programs.

NSF-wide initiatives

The section prototypes and coordinates large-scale cross-directorate initiatives, including:

Awards and internships

The section administers several prestigious honorary awards and professional internship programs for aspiring scientists and engineers: