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MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

U.S. National Science FoundationU.S. National Science Foundation

AI Overview

NSF funds foundational astronomical sciences research and instrumentation to advance understanding of the universe, from discovering habitable planets to studying black holes. Support includes core research, advanced technologies, and transformative innovations with no requirement for near-term commercial outcomes.

This summary is AI-generated from the official solicitation.

Key Details

Agency
U.S. National Science Foundation
Funding Amount
Up to $100,000,000
Release Date
August 17, 2026
Due Date
October 7, 2076

Official Description

<p>The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (NSF MPS) supports multiple research programs in the astronomical sciences. NSF MPS funds foundational astronomical sciences research and instrumentation focused on exploring space and advancing fundamental understanding of the universe.</p><p>The programs covered by this funding opportunity are:</p><ul><li><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/astr...
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Change History

Date ChangedOct 7, 2026 at 9:05 PM

Critical change · Deadline

MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

The close date moved from October 5, 2076, to October 7, 2076—a two-day extension. Applicants have two additional days to submit.

Date ChangedOct 5, 2026 at 5:04 PM

Critical change · Deadline

MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

Application Deadline Extended

The close date moved from September 30, 2076 to October 5, 2076—a 5-day extension.

Applicants now have an additional five days to prepare and submit their proposals.

Date ChangedSep 30, 2026 at 5:04 PM

Informational change · Unknown

MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

Unknown information changed.

Date ChangedSep 30, 2026 at 5:04 PM

Critical change · Deadline

MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

Deadline changed from close_date: 2026-11-16 to close_date: 2076-09-30.

Date ChangedSep 25, 2026 at 5:04 PM

Informational change · Unknown

MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

Unknown changed from archive_date: 2026-12-16T05:00:00+00:00 to archive_date: 2026-12-16 05:00:00+00:00.

Opportunity AddedAug 17, 2026 at 5:05 PM

MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

New Grants.gov opportunity: MPS Astronomical Sciences Research Programs (MPS Astro)

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