Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #24-529
NSF Solicitation for Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program Grants
Buyer
National Science Foundation
Posted
January 24, 2024
Respond By
March 25, 2027
Identifier
24-529
NAICS
541720
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting proposals for the Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program, focused on advancing STEM graduate education. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Focus: - Supports development and implementation of transformative approaches to STEM graduate education - Encourages projects that pilot, test, and validate new models or activities - Funds research on graduate education systems and outcomes - Eligibility: - U.S.-based non-profit, non-academic organizations - Accredited institutions of higher education - Federally recognized Tribal Nations - Collaboration: - Strategic partnerships with private sector, NGOs, government agencies, national laboratories, field stations, teaching and learning centers, informal science organizations, and academic partners are encouraged - Funding Details: - Total program funding: $14,000,000 - Individual awards: $300,000 to $1,000,000 - Notable Requirements: - Emphasis on workforce development and institutional capacity-building - No specific OEMs, vendors, or products are requested (grant for research and development activities) - Place of Performance: - U.S. National Science Foundation (federal office)
Description
The Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program encourages the development and implementation of transformative approaches to STEM graduate education training. It seeks proposals that explore ways for graduate students in STEM master's and doctoral programs to develop skills for a range of STEM careers or support research on graduate education systems and outcomes. The program supports piloting and validating novel models and systemic innovations to enhance graduate education, emphasizing workforce development and institutional capacity-building. Strategic collaborations with various sectors including private, governmental, and academic partners are encouraged.