Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: June 11, 2025 (Preliminary proposals) | June 11, 2025 (Full proposals for planning grants; must be invited) | Annually: Second Wednesday in March, June, September, December (Full proposals, depending on phase)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 for Planning Grants (1 year); up to $150,000/year per site for Phase I (5 years); total program funding ~$20.5M/year.
Summary: Supports the formation and operation of Industry-University Cooperative Research Centers to conduct pre-competitive, high-impact research in partnership with industry and government.
Key Information: Preliminary proposals are required before full proposals; PI must be a tenured faculty member or obtain a waiver.