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October 10, 2025 (Full proposals) | May (Conference proposals for Jan–Apr events) | October (Conference proposals for May–Dec events)

No specified ceiling; typical research and conference awards; conference proposals ≤$50,000 reviewed internally

Supports research and conferences in algebra, number theory, algebraic geometry, arithmetic geometry, and representation theory.

--- ## Description This program supports research in algebra, algebraic and arithmetic geometry, number theory, representation theory, and related areas. In addition to research projects, funding is available for conferences, workshops, and similar activities that advance the field. The program welcomes proposals that contribute to the advancement of mathematical knowledge in these domains. --- ## Due Dates - **Full Research Proposals:** October 10, 2025 (Second Friday of October) - **Conference Proposals:** - Submit in **May** for events held January–April of the following year - Submit in **October** for events held May–December of the following year - For conference proposals exceeding $50,000, submit 9–12 months before the event --- ## Funding Amount - No specified maximum or minimum award amount for research proposals; budgets should be appropriate to the scope of the proposed work. - Conference proposals with budgets **not exceeding $50,000** are eligible for internal review; larger budgets require external review and earlier submission. - Typical award duration and size vary by project type and scope. --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible Applicants:** Unrestricted. Open to all types of organizations, including universities, colleges, non-profit organizations, for-profit organizations, and government entities. - No cost sharing or matching requirement. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted via [Research.gov](https://www.research.gov/) or [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/329325). - All applications must comply with the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). - Conference proposals should use the "Conference" proposal type and follow the specific submission windows. - Proposals requesting more than $50,000 for conferences should allow 9–12 months for review. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals must align with the program's scientific scope (algebra, number theory, related areas). - Indirect costs are subject to NSF's standard policies; see [NSF indirect cost rate policy](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/document/indirect-cost-rate). - Awards are subject to updated NSF award conditions effective October 1, 2024. --- ## External Links - [Program Details & Description](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5431) - [NSF Funding Opportunity Page](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/algebra-number-theory) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/329325) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1) - [Browse Recent Awards](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/advancedSearchResult?ProgEleCode=126400&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) --- ## Contact Information | Program Officer | Email | Phone | |------------------------|-------------------------------|-----------------| | J. Matthew Douglass | [mdouglas@nsf.gov](mailto:mdouglas@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-2467 | | Andrew Pollington | [adpollin@nsf.gov](mailto:adpollin@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-4878 | | Adriana Salerno | [asalerno@nsf.gov](mailto:asalerno@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-2271 | | Emily E. Witt | [ewitt@nsf.gov](mailto:ewitt@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-2976 | | NSF Grants.gov Support | [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) | |

Algebra and Number Theory

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