Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #357554
NSF Solicitation: Security, Privacy, and Trust in Cyberspace (SaTC 2.0) Program
Buyer
National Science Foundation
Posted
December 06, 2024
Respond By
September 28, 2026
Identifier
357554
NAICS
541715
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting proposals for its Security, Privacy, and Trust in Cyberspace (SaTC 2.0) program, focused on advancing cybersecurity, privacy, and trust in digital environments. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Focus: - Multidisciplinary research, education, and special projects to enhance trust, security, and privacy in cyberspace - Addresses both technical and social aspects of cybersecurity - Proposal Types: - Research (RES): Up to $1,200,000, maximum 4 years - Education (EDU): Up to $500,000 (plus possible $100,000 supplement), maximum 3 years - Seedling (SEED): Up to $300,000, maximum 2 years - Eligibility: - U.S. non-profit, non-academic organizations (e.g., museums, observatories, research labs, professional societies) - Accredited U.S. institutions of higher education - Products/Services Requested: - No specific commercial products or OEMs required - Solicitation is for research and education projects, not procurement of goods - Notable Requirements: - Proposals should address vulnerabilities in cyber systems, trust in digital environments, and workforce development in cybersecurity - Emphasis on multidisciplinary approaches and public awareness initiatives
Description
This solicitation from the U.S. National Science Foundation aims to build trust in global cyber ecosystems by addressing security, privacy, and resilience in cyberspace. It supports multidisciplinary research, education, and special topics through three designations: Research (RES), Education (EDU), and Seedling (SEED), each with specific budget and duration limits. Eligible applicants include non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education in the U.S., and qualified individuals with appropriate academic appointments. The program seeks proposals that explore vulnerabilities, social and technical dimensions of trust, and educational efforts to increase public awareness and develop cybersecurity professionals.