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Materials Processing and Manufacturing

U.S. National Science Foundation

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Rolling / OpenLast verified: 2026-07-05

About This Grant

The MPM program supports fundamental research on the interrelationship of materials processing, structure, performance and process control.?? Analytical, experimental, and numerical studies are supported covering processing methods such as molding, forging, casting, welding, hydroforming, composite layup, and other materials processing approaches.?? Emphasis is placed on environmentally benign manufacturing and virtual manufacturing.?? Research leading to the development of novel processes and novel hybrid processing techniques to achieve net shape products and complex multi-scale, multi-functional products with superior quality and performance is also supported.

Grant Summary

Materials Processing and Manufacturing is a U.S. National Science Foundation grant providing $0K to $300K for nonprofit, small business, university. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.

Focus Areas

sciencetechnology

Eligibility

nonprofitsmall businessuniversitymunicipalitytribal governmenthealthcare orgschool district

How to Apply

Funding Range

$0K$300K

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Complexity
Medium
  1. 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Materials Processing and Manufacturing from U.S. National Science Foundation, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
  2. 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
  3. 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.
  4. 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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Materials Processing and Manufacturing: Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Materials Processing and Manufacturing?

Materials Processing and Manufacturing is offered by U.S. National Science Foundation and is generally open to nonprofit, small business, university, municipality, tribal government, healthcare org, school district. 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 Materials Processing and Manufacturing provide?

Materials Processing and Manufacturing provides between $1 and $300K 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 Materials Processing and Manufacturing deadline?

Materials Processing and Manufacturing 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 Materials Processing and Manufacturing?

To apply for Materials Processing and Manufacturing, 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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