Science, Tech., Engineering, & Math Talent Expansion Program (STEP)
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 26, 2006
Supports projects to increase the number of student
receiving associate or baccalaureate degrees in
established or emerging fields within science,
technology, engineering, & mathematics (STEM). Type
1 proposals are for implementation efforts at
academic institutions. Type 2 proposals support
educational research projects on associate or
baccalaureate degree attainment in STEM. Optional
LOI due 8/15/06. See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5488&org=NSF&from=fund
for details. E-mail: shixson@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.076
Contact: Susan Hixson, Lead Program Director
Division of Undergraduate Education
4201 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-4623
Informal Science Education (ISE)
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 14, 2006
Supports projects that develop & implement informal
learning experiences to increase interest,
engagement, & understanding of science, technology,
engineering, & math (STEM). Projects should advance
theory/practice of ISE and may target public
audiences/professionals whose work affects informal
STEM learning. Planning, Conference, & Symposia
proposals accepted any time. Deadline refers to
required preliminary proposals for Project Grants.
See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5361&org=ESIE&from=home
for details. E-mail: sjames@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.076
Contact: Sylvia James, Program Director Youth &
Community Programs
Elementary, Secondary, & Informal Ed.
4201 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-5333
Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics (AMOP)
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 27, 2006 (target date)
Supports research in quantum control, cooling &
trapping of atoms & ions, low-temperature collision
dynamics, collective behavior of atoms in weakly
interacting gases, precision measurements of
fundamental constants, effect of electron
correlation on structure & dynamics; nonlinear
response of isolated atoms to electromagnetic
fields; atom/cavity interaction at high fields,
quantum propulsion of the electromagnetic field;
study of plasma behavior in confined magnetic
structures & laser plasma interactions. Target date
last Wednesday in September annually. See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5613
E-mail: dcaldwel@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.049
Contact: C. Denise Caldwell, Program Director
Division of Physics/MPS
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-7371
Division of Physics Programs
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 27, 2006 (target date)
Supports research on the nature of matter &
physical systems. Program areas include: Atomic,
Molecular, & Optical & Plasma Physics; Elementary
Particle Physics; Gravitational Physics; Nuclear
Physics; Nuclear Particle & Astrophysics;
Theoretical Physics; Education & Interdisciplinary
Research; & Physics Frontier Centers. It is
recommended that proposals come in near the general
Physics Division target date, the last Wednesday in
September of each year. Deadline does not apply to
proposals responding to foundation-wide
solicitations, such as CAREER or REU. See
http://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?div=PHY E-mail:
jdehmer@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.049
Contact: Joe Dehmer, Division Director
4201 Wilson Blvd.
Room 1015
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-7370
Elementary Particle Physics (EPP)
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 27, 2006 (target date)
Supports research on properties & interactions of
elementary particles, including quarks and leptons
and the investigation of interactions among
elementary constituents. Support is primarily
provided to university groups to conduct
experimental research at the major accelerator
centers at national laboratories or at specialized
university-based or university-affiliated
laboratories. See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5624
for details. E-mail: mgoldber@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.049
Contact: Marvin Goldberg, Program Director,
Elementary Particle Physics
Division of Physics/MPS
4201 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-7374
Gravitational Physics Program
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 27, 2006 (target date)
Supports research using the theory of strong
gravitational fields and their application to
astrophysics and cosmology, computer simulations of
strong and gravitational fields, and gravitational
radiation, and construction of a quantum theory of
gravity. The program oversees the management of the
construction, commissioning, and operation of the
Laser Interferometer Gravity Wave Observatory
(LIGO), and provides support for LIGO users and
other experimental investigations in gravitational
physics and related areas. See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5628
for details. E-mail: bberger@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.049
Contact: Beverly Berger, Program Director,
Gravitational Physics
Division of Physics/MPS
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-7372
Nuclear Physics Program
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 27, 2006 (target date)
Supports research on properties of nuclei & nuclear
matter under extreme conditions studied with heavy
ions from low to ultra-relativistic energies, & the
structure & dynamics of nuclei & nuclear
excitations. Focus is on universal symmetries &
conservation laws. Other components include
accelerator physics, interdisciplinary efforts &
applications to other fields. Program supports
university user groups conducting research at
national heavy-ion facilities. See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5627
E-mail: bkeister@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.049
Contact: Bradley Keister, Program Director,
Nuclear Physics
Division of Physics/MPS
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-7377
Theoretical Physics Program
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 27, 2006 (target date)
Supports development of qualitative & quantitative
understanding of fundamental physical systems,
ranging from the most elementary constituents of
matter through nuclei & atoms to astrophysical
objects. Includes interdisciplinary grants. Program
supports infrastructure activities including both
short & long-term visitor programs, workshops, &
research involving the participation of external
scientists from universities, national
laboratories, & industry & graduate students &
postdoctoral fellows. See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5626
for details. E-mail: elomon@nsf.gov
CFDA Number:47.049
Contact: Earle Lomon, Program Director,
Theoretical Physics
Division of Physics/MPS
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-7382
Developing Global Scientists and Engineers
Agency: National Science Foundation
Next Deadline: Sep 15, 2006 (target date)
Provides U.S. institutions with support for
research experiences & education in Canada and
Latin America for early career stages of scientists
and engineers. Supports International Research
Experiences for Students (IRES) at the
undergraduate & graduate levels & Doctoral
Dissertation Enhancement Projects (DDEP),
workshops, & short-term planning visits. DDEP
proposals can be submitted anytime; IRES, 9/15
annually, for summer activities & 2/15 annually,
for activities at other times. See
http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12831
for details. Email:hstolber@nsf.org
Contact: Harold Stolberg, Program Coordinator for
the Americas
Office of Int. Science & Engineering
4201 Wilson Blvd.
Arlington, VA 22230
703/292-8706
