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NSF Solicitation for Astronomical Sciences Research Programs

This opportunity from the U.S. National Science Foundation focuses on supporting research programs in astronomical sciences. - Government Buyer: - U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) - Division: Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - Research services in astronomical sciences - No products, part numbers, or purchase quantities specified - Unique or Notable Requirements: - No cost sharing or matching requirements - No license or classification requirements - Open to eligible applicants - No attachments or bid response formats provided

Description

The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (NSF MPS) supports multiple research programs in the astronomical sciences. NSF MPS funds foundational astronomical sciences research and instrumentation focused on exploring space and advancing fundamental understanding of the universe. The programs covered include Astronomical Sciences Core Research, Astronomical Sciences Technology & Instrumentation, and Astronomical Sciences Innovations. Research supported by these programs is essential for ongoing discovery in fields such as predicting solar storms, discovering potentially habitable planets, and understanding extreme astrophysical objects like black holes. NSF MPS is interested in intellectually ambitious and potentially transformative foundational research, with no requirement for near-term product or commercial outcomes.

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