Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: Proposals accepted anytime
Funding Amounts: Up to $750,000 per award over three years; estimated total program funding $6,000,000; 5–8 awards expected
Summary: Supports mid-career or later-stage researchers to transition their research programs in molecular and cellular biosciences through sabbatical/professional development and subsequent research funding.
Key Information: Proposals must demonstrate a genuine transition in research direction; projects focused on disease or disease treatments are not eligible.