Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #350002
NSF Solicits Proposals for International Research Network Collaborations (AccelNet Program)
Buyer
National Science Foundation
Posted
August 26, 2023
Respond By
September 21, 2026
Identifier
350002
NAICS
541715, 541720, 813211
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting proposals for the Accelerating Research through International Network-to-Network Collaborations (AccelNet) program. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Focus: - Supports creation and implementation of international research networks of networks (NoN) - Open to all scientific disciplines funded by NSF, including biological sciences, physical sciences, engineering, computer science, STEM education, geosciences, and social sciences - Eligible Applicants: - Non-profit, non-academic organizations - Institutions of higher education - U.S. government-recognized Tribal Nations - Program Tracks: - Design Track: For building capacity to launch a NoN - Implementation Track: For executing international NoNs, with two phases - Proposal Requirements: - Detailed plans for collaborative networking activities - Demonstrate accelerated scientific research and increased competitiveness for research awards - Emphasize recruitment and training of a diverse, internationally competent U.S. workforce - No OEMs, vendors, or specific products/services are requested, as this is a grant for research collaboration - Unique Requirements: - Proposals must focus on international collaboration, scientific advancement, and workforce diversity
Description
The Accelerating Research through International Network-to-Network Collaborations program (AccelNet) by the U.S. National Science Foundation aims to foster international research networks to accelerate scientific advancement. The program supports building and implementing international networks of networks (NoN) across various scientific disciplines, emphasizing collaboration, diversity, and international competence. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, and recognized Tribal Nations. The program offers two tracks: Design Track for building capacity and Implementation Track for executing international NoNs in two phases.