Simpler Grants.gov #PD-05-1743

NSF Grant for Operation of Specialized National Research Facilities

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking proposals to support the operation of national user facilities with advanced scientific instrumentation. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Scope: - Operation and support of national research facilities equipped for specialized scientific research - Facilities serve the broader scientific community, especially in materials research - Includes resources for high magnetic fields, ultraviolet and x-ray synchrotron radiation, neutron scattering, and nanofabrication - Services Requested: - Operation of national user facilities - Provision of open user services - Educational activities, curriculum development, and public awareness initiatives - Unique Requirements: - Facilities must provide open access to researchers - Emphasis on educational and outreach components - No specific OEMs, vendors, products, or purchase quantities are identified, as this is a grant for facility operation and support

Description

The National Facilities program supports the operation of national user facilities that provide specialized instrumentation to the scientific research community, particularly in materials research. These facilities offer unique research capabilities located at a few specialized laboratories in the nation and serve a broad range of disciplines including biology, chemistry, geosciences, materials research, and physics. They provide open user services, conduct student and teacher education, public awareness activities, curriculum development, and educational research. The program is funded through grants and proposals are accepted anytime.

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