Atom | Industry-University Cooperative Research Centers Program

Funder: National Science Foundation

Due Dates: June 11, 2025 (Full Proposal) | September 10, 2025 (Preliminary Proposal) | December 10, 2025 (Full Proposal) | March 11, 2026 (Preliminary Proposal)

Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 per year per site (Phase I); $20,000 for Planning Grants; multi-phase, multi-year support available; see details below.

Summary: Supports the creation and growth of industry-university research centers that conduct pre-competitive, high-impact research in partnership with industry and government to address critical industrial needs and develop a skilled STEM workforce.

Key Information: Preliminary proposals are required before full proposals for Planning Grants; multi-site and multi-phase funding models; strong industry engagement required.

Industry-University Cooperative Research Centers Program

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