Federal Grant Award Summary

Colorado State University's Sponsored Programs Division received a $180,541 Project Grant award from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Science program (CFDA 43.001) on June 1, 2026, with a completion date of May 31, 2029. Based on the government award description, the institution will execute a balanced science program aligned with discipline-specific guidance from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, administrative priorities, and Congressional direction. The awardee will serve as a key partner and enabler supporting NASA's Science Mission Directorate strategic objectives, particularly in advancing human knowledge through new scientific discoveries.

The Science program under CFDA 43.001 competitively funds research across multiple scientific disciplines including astrophysics, biological and physical sciences, Earth science, heliophysics, and planetary science. Award deliverables typically include theoretical modeling, data analysis, laboratory experiments, field studies, and publication of results in peer-reviewed venues. Colorado State University's established expertise in scientific research, combined with its state-of-the-art facilities and track record as a trusted federal research partner, positions it to contribute meaningfully to NASA's research objectives during the three-year performance period.