Engineering Research Initiation (ERI)
Engineering Research Initiation (ERI) is offered by U.S. National Science Foundation. Max award: Not specified. Applications close on Sep 16, 2027.
| Opportunity number | 24-590 |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Status | Posted |
| Posted | Jul 17, 2026 |
| Closes | Sep 16, 2027 |
| Award ceiling | Not specified |
| Award floor | $200,000 |
| Total program funding | $11,000,000 |
| Expected awards | Not specified |
| Who can apply | Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) |
| Category | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
Summary (excerpt)
The NSF Directorate for Engineering (ENG) seeks to build engineering research capacity across the nation by investing in new academic investigators who have yet to receive sufficient research funding from Federal Agencies. The Engineering Research Initiation (ERI) program will support new investigators as they initiate their research programs and advance in their careers as researchers, educators, and innovators. This funding opportunity aims to …
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