Project Grant 2603373
- The National Science Foundation Division of Chemistry awarded The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York $480,000 on August 15, 2026, for collaborative research on cyclopropenimine-mediated organo-carbonation polymerizations under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049). The research explores synthesis of polymers incorporating carbon dioxide into their core structure, employing computational techniques and artificial intelligence methods to guide...
- The National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Chemistry has awarded a 3-year, $316,588 Project Grant to Long Island University (LIU) under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049). The purpose of this grant is to support the development of novel carbon nanosphere-encapsulated bimetallic catalysts and metal-CeO2 interfaces for the conversion of carbon dioxide (CO2) to value-added chemicals. The key objectives of this research project are to: (I) leverage the confinement of...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Chemistry awarded the University of California, Los Angeles $400,000 on August 1, 2026, under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049) to develop and apply artificial intelligence to accelerate catalyst discovery in ethylene copolymerization and ethylene-CO2 coupling reactions. Professor Paula Diaconescu of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry leads the project, which uses machine learning and network science approaches to...
- This Project Grant awarded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Chemistry, under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA #47.049) Federal Grant Program, will support a collaborative effort between Professor Robert Waymouth of Stanford University and researchers from IBM Almaden Laboratories. The $660,000 award, with a performance period from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027, aims to develop and explore new catalysts and catalytic methods for transforming bio-sourced...
- This National Science Foundation (NSF) Project Grant award, funded through the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049), provides $424,350 to Duquesne University from September 1, 2023 to August 31, 2026. The project aims to design and discover energy-efficient, environmentally friendly, and cost-effective metal-free catalysts for the activation and conversion of small molecules, such as converting carbon dioxide to useful chemicals and fuels. The research approach combines...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Chemistry awarded Cornell University $600,000 on November 1, 2026, under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049) to develop new strategies for accessible anionic polymerizations that operate at room temperature or elevated temperatures using less hazardous starting materials and inexpensive initiators in place of traditional highly reactive alkyl lithium compounds. The project will establish controlled anionic polymerization...
- The National Science Foundation Division of Chemistry awarded Massachusetts Institute of Technology $600,000 on August 15, 2026, under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049) to conduct fundamental synthetic chemistry research on d-block and p-block element molecules, reagents, and precursors. Dr. Christopher C. Cummins and his research team will explore synthesis and characterization of strained, phosphorus-rich organic molecules, with particular focus on...
- Federal Grant Award Summary The National Science Foundation (NSF) Division of Chemistry awarded Boston College $600,000 under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) program for a collaborative research project spanning January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2029. The project, titled "Stereocontrolled Radical Polymerization of Linear and Cyclic Vinyl Monomers Through Cobalt-Based Metalloradical Catalysis," is led by Professors Jia Niu and X. Peter Zhang and conducted in...
- The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $560,068 Project Grant to Professor Jonathan Rochford at the University of Massachusetts Boston under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CFDA 47.049) federal grant program. The grant supports the development of new strategies for the selective conversion of carbon dioxide to formic acid, which has significant potential for sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. Key technical objectives include: 1) Leveraging the synergy between second...
- This $600,000 National Science Foundation project grant in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049) supports research at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology to develop new methods for analyzing and optimizing polymer network structures. Professors Jeremiah A. Johnson and Bradley D. Olsen of MIT's Departments of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering will work to invent chemical strategies, theories, and simulations to provide deeper understanding of topology in...
The National Science Foundation Division of Chemistry awarded Northeastern University $288,666 on August 15, 2026, under the Mathematical and Physical Sciences program (CFDA 47.049) to develop metal-free catalysts and all-organic reagents that enable direct polymerization of carbon dioxide into value-added polymers. The project employs cyclopropenimine-mediated organo-carbonation polymerization to synthesize polymers incorporating CO₂ as a core structural component, avoiding the use of metal-based catalysts that are difficult to remove from final products. The research team will use computational techniques and artificial intelligence methods in conjunction with experimental findings to guide molecular building block selection, identify optimal reaction conditions, and refine predictive capabilities for AI-driven discovery. The work targets applications in polyurethane and polycarbonate manufacturing for advanced manufacturing and consumer products. Beyond synthetic chemistry outcomes, the project emphasizes workforce development through evidence-based mentorship, partnership, and inclusivity, with structured outreach extending from early classroom experiences to early career professionals. Performance runs through July 31, 2029, and takes place in Boston, Massachusetts.
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $288.7k | 7/31/26 |