Biological Sciences
Open Opportunities (8)
Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.
- Mid-Career Advancement (MCA) Deadline: Mar 1, 2027
- Postdoctoral Research Fellowships in Biology (PRFB) Deadline: Sep 28, 2027
- Division of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences Core Programs (MCB) Deadline: Aug 13, 2076
- Division of Environmental Biology (core programs) (DEB) Deadline: Aug 13, 2076 · up to $5M
- Plant Biotic Interactions Deadline: Oct 5, 2076
- Infrastructure Capacity for Biological Research (Capacity) Deadline: Oct 5, 2076 · up to $1.2M
- Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core) Deadline: Oct 5, 2076
- Infrastructure Innovation for Biological Research (Innovation) Deadline: Oct 7, 2076 · up to $800K
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 47.074 (USAspending.gov).
- Battelle Memorial Institute 2 awards $669,340,485
- Cornell University 3 awards $119,500,000
- Arizona State University $66,886,066
- Regents Of The University Of California, San Francisco, The $46,262,435
- University Of Connecticut Health Center $39,723,283
- Georgia Tech Research Corp $39,604,013
- University Of Maryland, College Park $22,800,000
Program Objective
To promote the progress of the biological sciences and thereby strengthen the Nation's scientific enterprise; to increase scientific knowledge and enhance understanding of major problems confronting the Nation; to catalyze advances at the intersection of biotechnology, quantum, and artificial intelligence to deliver impact.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- Other
Beneficiaries
- Specific Restrictions (Determined at NOFO Level)
How to Apply
Award Procedure
NSF staff members review and evaluate all proposals based on a set of criteria established by the National Science Board and, if applicable, solicitation-specific review criteria. In most cases reviews are undertaken with the advice of scientists, engineers, educators, and other appropriate persons who are specialists in the fields covered by the proposals. NSF makes awards on a competitive basis. Notification of an award is transmitted electronically to the submitting organization by an NSF Grants and Agreements Officer
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 120 to 180 days
- Appeal: From 60 to 90 days
Program details & compliance
Description
Most of the research supported is basic in character. Through partnerships, translation is encouraged. The program includes support of research project grants in all fields of life sciences as well as associated fields of biotechnology. Biological infrastructure, including human capital, cyber and physical infrastructure, is supported through both grants and cooperative agreements. Support is also provided for research workshops, symposia, and conferences.
Mission Categories
Primary: Research and Development
Other categories:
Biology
Required Documentation
Specific credentials determined at NOFO level.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements
Formula
Mandatory cost sharing will only be required for NSF programs when explicitly authorized by the NSF Director, the National Science Board, or legislation. In those rare instances, cost sharing requirements will be clearly identified in the program solicitation. Inclusion of voluntary, committed cost sharing is prohibited.