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MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

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

AI Overview

NSF supports foundational physics research across multiple domains—from quantum systems and particle physics to cosmology and living systems. This opportunity funds intellectually ambitious, potentially transformative research without requiring 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 $180,000,000
Release Date
August 17, 2026
Due Date
October 6, 2076

Official Description

<p>The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (NSF MPS) supports multiple research programs at the frontiers of discovery in physics. Physics research supported by NSF MPS enables understanding of the fundamental aspects of nature at all scales, from the quantum effects inside atoms to the mysterious dark energy spanning the entire universe.&nbsp;</p><p>The core research programs covered by this funding opportunity are:&nbsp;&nbsp;</p><ul><li><p><a ta...
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Change History

Date ChangedOct 6, 2026 at 9:05 PM

Critical change · Deadline

MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

The close date moved from October 5, 2076 to October 6, 2076—one day later. Applicants have one additional day to respond.

Date ChangedOct 5, 2026 at 5:04 PM

Critical change · Deadline

MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

Application Deadline Extended

The close date moved from September 25, 2076 to October 5, 2076—a 10-day extension.

Applicants now have an additional 10 days to prepare and submit their proposals, providing more time to develop competitive applications and gather required supporting materials.

Date ChangedSep 25, 2026 at 9:04 PM

Critical change · Deadline

MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

Deadline changed from close_date: 2076-08-17 to close_date: 2076-09-25.

Opportunity AddedAug 17, 2026 at 5:05 PM

MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

New Grants.gov opportunity: MPS Physics Research Programs (MPS Physics)

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