Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers
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- Opportunity number
- 26-500
- Agency
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National Science Foundation
- Applications due
- Award size
- Not on record
Opportunity facts
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- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Science and Technology and other Research and Development
- Eligible applicants
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- Other
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- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers (MRSECs) program, administered by the National Science Foundation (NSF), seeks to support high-quality materials research and education addressing fundamental problems in science and engineering. The program aims to establish campus-based research centers that can tackle complex research challenges requiring multidisciplinary collaboration and substantial scale. Key objectives include supporting materials research infrastructure in the United States, promoting collaboration between universities, industry, and international organizations, and developing a national network of university-based materials research centers. Each MRSEC must be composed of two to three Interdisciplinary Research Groups (IRGs) focused on fundamental materials science topics aligned with the Division of Materials Research (DMR). While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed, the program emphasizes the quality of research, interdisciplinary approach, and potential for significant scientific advancement.
The grant opportunity is open to universities and research institutions, with proposals due by January 27, 2026. Although precise award amounts are not specified in the documentation, the Mathematical and Physical Sciences Federal Grant Program typically provides funding ranging from $100,000 to $2,000,000, with project durations commonly spanning 2-5 years. MRSECs can be located at a single institution or involve multiple institutions in partnership, offering flexibility in research center configuration. The research will be conducted at academic research facilities and laboratories across the United States, with a focus on advancing materials science research and supporting the development of future researchers in the field.
Synopsis
The Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers (MRSECs) program provides sustained support of materials research and education of the highest quality while addressing fundamental problems in science and engineering. Each MRSEC addresses research of a scope and complexity requiring the scale, synergy, and multidisciplinarity provided by a campus-based research center. The MRSECs support materials research infrastructure in the United States, promote active collaboration between universities and other sectors, including industry and international organizations, and contribute to the development of a national network of university-based centers in materials research, education, and facilities. A MRSECmay be located at a single institution, or may involve multiple institutions in partnership, and is composed of two to three Interdisciplinary Research Groups (IRGs), each addressing a fundamental materials science topic aligned with the Division of Materials Research (DMR).
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