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

No current deadline (program archived)

Amount varies by project; no published ceiling or floor.

Supports basic research on human evolution and biological variation, including genetics, primate ecology, osteology, paleontology, and adaptation.

This program is currently archived; see NSF 23-503 for the latest solicitation.

--- ## Description The Biological Anthropology Program supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) funds basic research in areas related to human evolution and contemporary human biological variation. Research areas include, but are not limited to: - Human genetic variation - Human and nonhuman primate ecology and adaptability - Human osteology and bone biology - Human and nonhuman primate paleontology - Functional anatomy - Primate socioecology Projects are united by an evolutionary framework and often consider adaptation as a central theme. Proposals may also have a biocultural or bioarchaeological orientation. The program has served as a bridge within NSF, connecting the social and behavioral sciences with the natural and physical sciences, and proposals are often jointly reviewed and funded with other NSF programs. **Note:** The program opportunity described here is archived. Researchers should consult [NSF 23-503](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/ba-sr-biological-anthropology-program-senior-research-awards/nsf23-503) for the current solicitation. --- ## Due Dates - No current deadlines; this program is archived. - Refer to [NSF 23-503](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/ba-sr-biological-anthropology-program-senior-research-awards/nsf23-503) for updated deadlines and submission windows. --- ## Funding Amount - No specific award ceiling or floor is published for this program. - Funding amounts vary by project scope and duration. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all applicant types (unrestricted). - Typical applicants include universities, colleges, non-profit organizations, and other research entities. - Additional eligibility criteria, if any, are outlined in the current solicitation. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted according to the requirements in the NSF [Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1). - Submission is through [Research.gov](https://www.research.gov/) or [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/). - For doctoral dissertation research, see the [Biological Anthropology DDRIG program web page](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505067). - Carefully review the current program solicitation for specific instructions. --- ## Additional Information - The program frequently collaborates with other NSF programs for multidisciplinary research. - For information on related NSF opportunities (e.g., DDRIG, HRRBAA, GRFP, CAREER), see the [program page](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5407). - NSF has implemented a standard 15% indirect cost rate policy; see [policy notice](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/document/indirect-cost-rate). --- ## External Links - [NSF Program Description PD-98-1392](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=5407) - [Current Solicitation (NSF 23-503)](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/ba-sr-biological-anthropology-program-senior-research-awards/nsf23-503) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1) - [SBE Office of Multidisciplinary Activities](http://www.nsf.gov/div/index.jsp?div=SMA) - [Biological Anthropology DDRIG Program](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505067) - [Browse funded projects](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/advancedSearchResult?ProgEleCode=139200&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Role/Organization | |---------------------------|----------------------------------------|-----------------|-------------------------| | Rebecca Ferrell, Program Director | [rferrell@nsf.gov](mailto:rferrell@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7850 | SBE/BCS | | Robin Bernstein, Program Director | [rbernste@nsf.gov](mailto:rbernste@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7758 | | | Angelica T. Brewer, Program Specialist | [abrewer@nsf.gov](mailto:abrewer@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-4636 | SBE/BCS | | NSF Grants.gov Support | [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) | | Technical assistance |

Biological Anthropology

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