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NSF Major Research Instrumentation Program Solicitation

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is inviting proposals for its Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) Program to enhance access to advanced scientific and engineering equipment for research and training. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Program Details: - Supports acquisition or development of multi-user research instruments - Funding requests allowed up to $4 million - Open to U.S. higher education and not-for-profit research organizations - Three funding tracks, including a special track for helium conservation equipment - Cost sharing requirements are waived for five years - Proposals encouraged from underrepresented groups and institutions in STEM - Products/Services Requested: - Broad range of scientific and engineering instrumentation (applicant-defined) - No specific OEMs, vendors, part numbers, or quantities specified - Unique Requirements: - Equipment may be commercially available or custom-developed - Emphasis on multi-user, shared research infrastructure - Special focus on equipment that conserves or reduces helium consumption

Description

The Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) Program aims to increase access to multi-user scientific and engineering instrumentation for research and research training at U.S. institutions of higher education and not-for-profit scientific/engineering research organizations. It supports acquisition or development of research instruments that are commercially available or have new capabilities, enhancing instrumentation capabilities and expertise. The program provides awards up to $4 million across three funding tracks, with cost sharing waived for five years starting FY 2023. The program encourages proposals from underrepresented groups and institutions in STEM disciplines.

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