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

Proposals accepted anytime

No specified ceiling/floor; typical awards vary by project scope and NSF program norms

Supports fundamental research to advance chemical and biochemical process systems for efficiency, sustainability, and resilience across multiple sectors.

No cost sharing required; eligibility is unrestricted.

--- ## Description The Chemical Process Systems (CPS) program from the U.S. National Science Foundation funds fundamental research on chemical and biochemical processes, aiming to make them more efficient, sustainable, and resilient. The program supports innovation in manufacturing, biotechnology, critical minerals, energy, food, and other areas of national priority, enhancing U.S. competitiveness and security. Research areas include, but are not limited to, reaction engineering, molecular thermodynamics, reactor and process design, catalysis, electrochemical systems, separations, and the integration of advanced computational tools such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. The CPS program encourages projects that bridge molecular to plant scales and supports novel configurations like microreactors and membrane reactors. Partnerships with federal agencies, industry, and international groups are also promoted. --- ## Due Dates - Proposals accepted anytime --- ## Funding Amount - There is no specified award ceiling or floor; funding levels are determined by the scope and needs of each project, consistent with NSF program practices. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility - Eligibility is unrestricted: open to all types of entities, including institutions of higher education, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, and government agencies. - Proposals must comply with the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). --- ## Application Process - Proposals are submitted through NSF’s standard systems (e.g., Research.gov or Grants.gov). - Applications must adhere to the requirements in the [PAPPG](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). - Review is conducted on a rolling basis, as proposals are accepted at any time. - There is no pre-set deadline; applicants may submit when ready. --- ## Additional Information - The program encourages innovative, interdisciplinary, and high-impact research. - No cost sharing or matching funds are required. - All awards are subject to NSF’s [award terms and conditions](https://www.nsf.gov/awards/terms-conditions). - Compliance with updated [NSF research security policies](https://www.nsf.gov/notices/important/important-notice-no-149-updates-nsf-research-security/in149) is required. --- ## External Links - [Program Page and Additional Information](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=506547) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg) - [Browse Projects Funded by This Program](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/search-results?ProgEleCode=367Y00&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) - [NSF ENG Partnerships](https://nsf.gov/eng/partnerships) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |------------------------|--------------------------------------| | CPS Program Team | [cbet-cps@nsf.gov](mailto:cbet-cps@nsf.gov) | | NSF Grants.gov Support | [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) | For general NSF inquiries: - [NSF Contact Page](https://new.nsf.gov/about/contact-us) - Phone: 1-703-292-5111 - Email: info@nsf.gov

Chemical Process Systems (CPS)

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