Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology (CREST)
Open. Closes December 4, 2026, 43 days from October 22, 2026, as posted on Grants.gov. Posted by U.S. National Science Foundation, opportunity number 23-595.
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Notice facts
| Agency | U.S. National Science Foundation |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | 23-595 |
| Assistance listing | 47.076 |
| Funding instrument | Grant |
| Category | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Posted | May 25, 2023 |
| Closes | December 4, 2026 From the notice: By invitation only |
| Award range | Not stated |
| Expected number of awards | Not stated |
| Total program funding | $8,000,000 |
| Cost sharing or matching | Not required, per the notice |
| Applicant types listed | Others (see the notice's eligibility text) |
| Additional eligibility information | From the notice: *Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Eligible institutions are MSIs that offer graduate degrees in NSF STEM areas and have enrollments of 50% or more students (based on total student enrollment) who are members of minority groups underrepresented among those holding advanced degrees in science and engineering fields.  Proposals are also invited from institutions of higher education that meet the 50% enrollment criterion and primarily serve… |
| Where to apply | Check the notice for where and how to submit. |
As posted on Grants.gov, checked October 21, 2026. CedarGrant lists what the notice states; it does not judge whether an organization is eligible. The official notice and its modifications control.
Summary from the notice
CREST Center awards provide support to enhance the research capabilities of Minority-serving institutions (MSIs) through the establishment of centers that effectively integrate education and research. CREST Center awards promote the development of new knowledge, enhancements of the research productivity of individual faculty, and an expanded presence of students historically underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Successful CREST Center proposals will demonstrate a clear vision and integration of STEM research and education and will align…
Official notice and documents
- No files are attached on Grants.gov. The full text is on the official page.
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