Execute a balanced science program based on discipline-specific guidance from the national academies of sciences engineering and medicine administration priorities and direction from congress

The University of North Dakota, Division of Research & Economic Development, received a $400,000 Project Grant from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Shared Services Center under the Science program (CFDA 43.001), awarded on June 13, 2025, with a completion date of May 15, 2027. The award supports the execution of a balanced science program guided by discipline-specific recommendations from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, in alignment with administration priorities and congressional direction. The project will be conducted at the University of North Dakota's facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota.

Under the NASA Science program, this award contributes to the agency's strategic objective of expanding human knowledge through new scientific discoveries across multiple research domains, including astrophysics, Earth science, heliophysics, planetary science, biological and physical sciences, and lunar exploration. Deliverables typically include theoretical modeling, data analysis, laboratory experiments, field studies, and publication of scientific results in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific meetings. The award period of approximately two years aligns with standard NASA Science program grant durations and reflects the institution's established capacity as a major research organization with demonstrated federal contracting and grant management expertise.