Engineering (ENG): Civil, Mechanical and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI)
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Grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation, open to any type of applicant. Closes Oct 5, 2076, 18248 days left.
| Opportunity number | 26-515 |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Funding type | Grant |
| Field | Science, technology and other research and development |
| Expected number of awards | 275 |
| Total program funding | $100.0 million |
| Cost sharing or matching | Not required |
| Assistance listing | 47.041 |
| Posted | Aug 17, 2026 |
| Closes | Oct 5, 2076 (18248 days left) |
| Add the deadline to | Google Calendar |
Who can apply
- Unrestricted: any type of applicant
Description
The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Engineering (NSF ENG) supports foundational research projects for civil, mechanical, and manufacturing innovation through the following programs: The Advanced Manufacturing, Design, and Operations (AMDO) program supports foundational research on advanced manufacturing, materials and service processes; their integration into facilities, supply chains, and other systems; and the optimal operation and design of these systems.The Engineering for the Built Environment (EBE) program supports foundational research on civil infrastructure and civil infrastructure systems, from materials to network sciences, for prosperous, resilient, and safe communities.The Intelligent and Interactive Dynamic Systems (IIDS) program supports foundational research to advance the science and engineering of intelligent dynamic systems, including engineered systems that interact with people.
The Mechanics of Advanced Materials Systems (MAMS) program supports foundational research on deformation and failure in engineered and biological materials. NSF ENG anticipates a portfolio of ENG: Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation (CMMI) awards with a range of budgets and durations. Estimated program budget, number of awards, and average award size/duration are subject to the availability of funds.NSF ENG is particularly interested in intellectually ambitious and potentially transformative foundational research.
Proposals need not promise a near-term product, deployment, or commercial outcome, nor need they address later-stage development to be competitive.
Full announcement and how to apply on Grants.gov
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Who has won this program before
- University Of California, SAN Diego $41.9 million · from Nov 1, 2020
- Georgia Tech Research Corp $39.6 million · from Oct 1, 2017
- Trustees Of Boston University $39.3 million · from Oct 1, 2017
- Purdue University $39.3 million · from Oct 1, 2017
- Utah State University $38.7 million · from Sep 1, 2020
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