Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grant Program
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
To support activities that develop, expand, strengthen, or sustain NIST partnership programs and/or support the conduct of research or a recipient's portion of collaborative research in a variety of areas.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
This NOFO is open to all non-Federal entities to include, institutions of higher education, non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, state and local governments, Indian tribes, hospitals, foreign public entities, and foreign governments. Individuals and unincorporated sole proprietors are not considered “non-Federal entities” and are not eligible to apply under this NOFO
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Award processes are identified in the applicable Notices of Funding Opportunity that will be posted on Grants.gov.
Ranges of approval/disapproval may vary. Information will be provided by the CHIPS Program Office and will be specified in each Notice of Funding Opportunity.
Program details & compliance
Description
To support activities that develop, expand, strengthen, or sustain NIST partnership programs and/or support the conduct of research or a recipient’s portion of collaborative research in a variety of areas including, but not limited to: metrology; standards; nanotechnology; artificial intelligence; quantum; semiconductor technologies; advanced communications; advanced manufacturing; promotion of U.S. innovation and industrial competitiveness; measurements in sciences; neutron research; and enhancing coordination of the U.S. standards system with government and private sector organizations.
Mission Categories
Primary: Research and Development
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Proposed funding levels must be consistent with the project scope, only allowable costs should be included in the budget, and all funds should be in whole dollars (no cents). Information on cost allowability is available in the Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, which apply to awards in this program.
Required Documentation
Description Actions
The details will be specified in each Notice of Funding Opportunity.