Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation

Due Dates: Proposals accepted anytime | July 23, 2025 (Engineering CAREER proposals)

Funding Amounts: Estimated total program funding: $6,600,000. Typical awards last up to 3 years; CAREER awards last 5 years.

Summary: Supports fundamental engineering research in photonics relevant to critical problems in medicine, biology, and biotechnology.

Key Information: Contact the program director before submitting proposals outside the listed areas or for large budgets.