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EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)
About This Grant
The Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) is designed to fulfill the mandate of the National Science Foundation (NSF) to promote scientific progress nationwide. EPSCoR eligibility status is yearly updated and reported in the EPSCoR website (see EPSCoR eligibility). Through this program, NSF establishes partnerships with government, higher education, and industry that are designed to affect sustainable improvements in a jurisdiction's research infrastructure, Research and Development (R&D) capacity, and hence, its R&D competitiveness. The FEC program (formerly known as EPSCoR Track-2 program ) builds interjurisdictional collaborative teams of EPSCoR investigators in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focus areas consistent with the currentNational Science Foundation Strategic Plan. Projects are investigator-driven and must include researchers from at least two EPSCoR eligible jurisdictions with complementary expertise and resources necessary to address challenges, which neither party could address as well or as rapidly independently. FEC projects have a comprehensive and integrated vision to drive discovery and build sustainable STEM capacity that exemplifies institutional, geographic, and disciplinary diversity. The projects STEM research and education activities seek to broaden participation through the strategic inclusion and integration of all individuals, institutions, and sectors. Additionally, EPSCoR recognizes that the development of early-career faculty is critical to sustaining and advancing research capacity.
Grant Summary
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC) is a U.S. National Science Foundation grant providing $1M to $1.5M. Applications are due 2027-01-26 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
Funder did not publish eligibility criteria — confirm directly with the funder before applying.
Requirements
- must include researchers from at least two EPSCoR eligible jurisdictions with complementary expertise and resources necessary to address challenges, which neither party could address as well or as rapidly independently
How to Apply
$1M–$1.5M
2027-01-26
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC) from U.S. National Science Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to U.S. National Science Foundation before the deadline.
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EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)?
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC) is offered by U.S. National Science Foundation and is generally open to eligible organizations. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC) provide?
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC) provides between $1M and $1.5M per award from U.S. National Science Foundation. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC) deadline?
Applications for EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC) are due 2027-01-26 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, U.S. National Science Foundation, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC)?
To apply for EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: Focused EPSCoR Collaborations Program (FEC), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from U.S. National Science Foundation.
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