Federal Grant Award Summary

Colorado State University's Sponsored Programs Division received a $259,265 project grant from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) under the Science program (CFDA 43.001), awarded on April 3, 2026, with a completion date of April 2, 2030. The award supports execution of a balanced science program aligned with discipline-specific guidance from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, as well as administrative priorities and direction from Congress. As a key partner and enabler, Colorado State University will deliver scientific research and related activities that contribute to NASA's strategic objective of expanding human knowledge through new scientific discoveries.

The Science program through NASA's Science Mission Directorate competitively solicits research proposals across multiple scientific disciplines including astrophysics, biological and physical sciences, Earth science, heliophysics, planetary science, and lunar exploration. Research deliverables typically include theoretical modeling, data analysis, laboratory experiments, field studies, and peer-reviewed publications. Given Colorado State University's extensive track record as a federal research partner with demonstrated expertise across environmental science, natural resource management, and technical services, the institution is well-positioned to execute high-quality research activities under this four-year funding award.