Sponsored by National Science Foundation, Directorate for Education and Human Resources, and Directorate for Engineering
Description: The National Science Foundation seeks proposals to build capacity of minority-serving institutions through the establishment of centers that integrate education and research; provide research experience and training for early career faculty scientists; and expand the presence of students historically underrepresented in science, engineering, technology, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Proposals are accepted in the following categories:
• Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology (CREST)
• CREST Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
• HBCU Research Infrastructure for Science and Engineering (RISE)
• SBIR/STTR Diversity Collaborative and CREST Partnership Supplements
Focus: Engineering, Scholarships/Fellowships, STEM/STEAM/STREAM, Technology Education/Computer Science, Underserved Populations/At Risk
Grade Level(s): Higher Ed
Content Area(s): Mathematics, Science
Themes and Skills: Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Problem Solving
State(s): National
Contact: Victor A. Santiago, Program Director
National Science Foundation
2415 Eisenhower Ave.
Arlington, VA 22314
Phone: 703.292.4673
Email: [email protected]
Nicole E. Gass, Program Specialist
Phone: 703.292.8378
Email: [email protected] Description
Website: https://beta.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/centers-research-excellence-science-and-technology