nsf.gov - Funding - Ceramics - US National Science Foundation (NSF)

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Full Proposal Window: September 1, 2013 - October 31, 2013

September 1 - October 31, Annually Thereafter

If the closing date for the submission window falls on a weekend, the closing date moves to the following Monday. The last date of the submission window is an absolute deadline date and proposals must be received by NSF by 5:00 p.m. submitter's local time on that date.

The submission window applies to unsolicited proposals submitted to DMR programs, except for the following which may be submitted at any time during the year: Grants for Rapid Response Research (RAPID), EArly-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER), proposals for workshops or conferences, proposals to the DMR National Facilities Program, and supplements to existing grants. For proposals submitted in response to special announcements or solicitations, the deadline dates specified in the announcement or solicitation apply.

We strongly advise Principal Investigators and Sponsored Research Offices to submit early and avoid a last-minute rush, which can cause problems in timely and correct transmission to NSF.

DMR discourages the submission of more than one proposal from the same Principal Investigator during the proposal-submission window.

SYNOPSIS

This program supports fundamental research including combined experiment and theory projects in ceramics (e.g., oxides, carbides, nitrides and borides), glasses, ceramic-based composites and inorganic carbon-based materials. The objective of the program is to increase fundamental understanding and to develop predictive capabilities for relating synthesis, processing, and microstructure of these materials to their properties and ultimate performance in various environments and applications. Development of new experimental techniques or novel approaches to carry out projects is encouraged. Topics supported include basic processes and mechanisms associated with nucleation and growth of thin films; bulk crystal growth; phase transformations and equilibria; morphology; surface modification; corrosion, interfaces and grain boundary structure; and defects. The microstructures investigated range from crystalline, polycrystalline, and amorphous to composite and nanostructured materials. PIs uncertain about whether or not their project is suitable for submission to the Ceramics Program may submit a draft of their NSF Project Summary by e-mail to the Program Director for comment.

Four-year projects are encouraged in the Ceramics Program; projects of shorter durations are also welcome. Equipment or instrumentation necessary for the project (typically below $100,000) may be included as part of the budget. PIs are encouraged to include all anticipated broader impact activities (http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/gpg/broaderimpacts.pdf) in their initial proposals, rather than planning on supplemental requests. Most projects include: (1) anticipated significance on science, engineering and/or technology including possible benefits to society, (2) plans for the dissemination of results, and (3) broadening participation of underrepresented groups and/or excellence in one or more of these areas: training, mentoring and teaching. Many successful proposals will include one additional broader impact activity. PIs are encouraged to collaborate with individuals or groups with experience and expertise, as needed, to ensure efficacy. Submission of proposals early (e.g., at the beginning of the submission window) is recommended to allow time for correction of compliance issues.

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