Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core)
Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core) is offered by U.S. National Science Foundation. Max award: Not specified. Applications close on Oct 5, 2076.
| Opportunity number | 26-517 |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Status | Posted |
| Posted | Aug 17, 2026 |
| Closes | Oct 5, 2076 |
| Award ceiling | Not specified |
| Award floor | $500,000 |
| Total program funding | $280,000,000 |
| Expected awards | 300 |
| 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 U.S. National Science Foundation's Directorate for Biological Sciences (NSF BIO) Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core) funding opportunity supports foundational and interdisciplinary research projects that expand knowledge of biology at any level of organization, from the molecular to the biome scale. We accept proposals that cover scientific topics associated with legacy programs historically supported by NSF BIO and proposals that…
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