[U.S. National Science Foundation](https://www.nsf.gov/)

October 9, 2026 (Second Friday of October, annually) | May (for conferences Jan–Apr) | October (for conferences May–Dec)

No specified ceiling; conference proposals ≤$50,000 reviewed internally, larger requests need 9–12 months lead time.

Supports research and conference activities in algebra, number theory, algebraic geometry, representation theory, and related fields.

--- ## Description This program supports fundamental research in algebra, algebraic and arithmetic geometry, number theory, and representation theory. In addition to individual and collaborative research grants, the program funds conferences, workshops, and similar activities that advance the mathematical sciences in these areas. The program is open to a wide range of applicants and encourages both theoretical and collaborative proposals. --- ## Due Dates - **Full Research Proposals:** October 9, 2026 (Second Friday of October; recurring annually) - **Conference Proposals ≤$50,000:** - Submit in May for events scheduled January–April of the following year - Submit in October for events scheduled May–December of the following year - **Conference Proposals >$50,000:** Submit 9–12 months prior to the event --- ## Funding Amount - **Award Size:** No explicit maximum; most conference proposals ≤$50,000 are reviewed internally. - **Duration:** Varies by project; research grants typically span multiple years. - **Cost Sharing:** Not required. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** Unrestricted — open to all types of organizations and individuals, subject to NSF policies. - **Typical Applicants:** Universities, colleges, research institutions, and qualified individuals. --- ## Application Process - **Submission Portal:** [Research.gov](https://www.research.gov/) or [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/329325) - **Proposal Preparation:** Follow the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1). - **Conference Proposals:** Use the “Conference” proposal type. - **Review Process:** Proposals are peer reviewed; conference proposals ≤$50,000 may be reviewed internally. --- ## Additional Information - **Relevant Research Areas:** Algebra, number theory, algebraic geometry, arithmetic geometry, representation theory, and related fields. - **Conference Support:** Includes workshops, summer/winter schools, and similar activities. - **Policy Updates:** Proposers must comply with current NSF research security and training requirements. - **Related Programs:** - [Focused Research Groups in the Mathematical Sciences (FRGMS)](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/frgms-focused-research-groups-mathematical-sciences) - [Research Training Groups (RTG)](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/rtg-research-training-groups-mathematical-sciences) - [Faculty Early Career (CAREER)](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/career-faculty-early-career-development-program) - [Postdoctoral Fellowships (MSPRF)](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/msprf-mathematical-sciences-postdoctoral-research-fellowships) - [Graduate Research Fellowships (GRFP)](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/grfp-nsf-graduate-research-fellowship-program) --- ## External Links - [NSF Program Description PD-20-1264](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5431) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/329325) - [NSF Program Page](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/algebra-number-theory) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1) - [Browse Funded Projects](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/advancedSearchResult?ProgEleCode=126400&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Division | |-----------------------|-----------------------------------|-----------------|-------------| | J. Matthew Douglass | [mdouglas@nsf.gov](mailto:mdouglas@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-2467 | MPS/DMS | | Adriana Salerno | [asalerno@nsf.gov](mailto:asalerno@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-2271 | MPS/DMS | | Emily E. Witt | [ewitt@nsf.gov](mailto:ewitt@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-2976 | MPS/DMS | | NSF Grants.gov Support| [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) | — | NSF |

Algebra and Number Theory

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