EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
Open. Closes July 20, 2027, 271 days from October 22, 2026, as posted on Grants.gov. Posted by U.S. National Science Foundation, opportunity number 25-523.
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Notice facts
| Agency | U.S. National Science Foundation |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | 25-523 |
| Assistance listing | 47.075 |
| Funding instrument | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Posted | December 14, 2024 |
| Closes | July 20, 2027 |
| Award range | Not stated |
| Expected number of awards | Not stated |
| Total program funding | $37,500,000 |
| 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: -Institutions of higher education (PhD- and non-PhD-granting) that are accredited and operate a campus within the United States, its territories, or possessions, may submit proposals on behalf of their faculty. Distinct academic campuses within multi-campus systems (e.g., campuses that award their own degrees and have independent administrative structures, admissions policies, and alumni associations) qualify as… |
| 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
The Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) supports the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) mission by promoting nationwide scientific progress. Through this program, NSF fosters partnerships among academic institutions, government entities, industry, and non-profits. These collaborations aim to drive long-term improvements in research infrastructure, enhance R&D capacity, and boost the research competitiveness of eligible EPSCoR jurisdictions, including states, territories, and commonwealths. A jurisdiction’s research ecosystem is the interconnected…
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