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Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS)
U.S. National Science Foundation
About This Grant
The Launching of Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) supports the launch of the careers of pre-tenure faculty whose research is in Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) fields at institutions that do not traditionally receive significant amounts of MPS funding, such as Carnegie Research 2 (R2) universities, minority-serving institutions (MSIs), predominantly undergraduate institutions (PUIs). The LEAPS awards enable PIs from these institutions to initiate productive research programs and generate results useful for preparing subsequent competitive proposals to traditional NSF funding opportunities, such as a core program or a CAREER solicitation. A critical goal of the LEAPS-MPS Program is to develop the 21st-century STEM workforce representative of society s full spectrum of talent by increasing the participation in STEM research of members of communities underrepresented and/or underserved in STEM and the number of members of these communities who can serve as role models. Awards are for 24 months with budgets of up to $250,000 total costs (direct plus indirect). Proposals in response to this solicitation must be submitted for consideration tothe appropriate program in one of the five MPS Divisions.
Grant Summary
Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) is a U.S. National Science Foundation grant providing $100K to $250K. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
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Eligibility
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How to Apply
$100K–$250K
Rolling / Open
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Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS)?
Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) 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 Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) provide?
Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) provides between $100K and $250K 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 Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) deadline?
Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) accepts applications on a rolling or ongoing basis, so there is no single fixed deadline. Confirm current timing with the funder, U.S. National Science Foundation, before you apply, and submit as early as possible because rolling programs can close once funds are committed.
How do you apply for the Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS)?
To apply for Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS), 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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