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

Proposals accepted anytime

No specified maximum; award size and duration vary based on project scope

Supports research on the geology and geophysics of ocean basins, continental margins, and the Great Lakes.

--- ## Description The Marine Geology and Geophysics program funds research that advances understanding of the structure, evolution, and processes of the ocean basins, continental margins, mid-ocean ridges, island arc systems, and the Great Lakes. Supported topics include tectonic evolution, volcanic activity, heat and chemical exchange between seawater and ocean rocks, genesis and mineralogy of marine sediments, sedimentary processes, past ocean circulation and climates, and interactions between continental and marine geologic processes. --- ## Due Dates - Proposals are accepted at any time; there are no fixed deadlines. --- ## Funding Amount - There is no set maximum award amount; budgets should be appropriate for the scope of the proposed research. - Award size and duration will vary depending on the complexity and requirements of the project. - No cost-sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility - Eligibility is unrestricted; open to all categories of applicants, including: - Universities and colleges - Non-profit organizations - For-profit organizations - State and local governments - Tribal governments - Other entities --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted in accordance with the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1). - Submissions are made electronically via [Research.gov](https://www.research.gov/) or [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/). - Proposals should clearly address the scientific merit, relevance to the program, and broader impacts. - Review the [program page](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=11726) for specific guidance and updates. --- ## Additional Information - The program has removed deadlines to allow for submission flexibility. - All proposals must adhere to the current NSF PAPPG requirements. - Indirect cost rates are subject to NSF policy updates; see the [policy notice](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/document/indirect-cost-rate). --- ## External Links - [NSF Program Page](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=11726) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/359333) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1) - [FAQs on Removing Deadlines for MG&G Program](https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2017/nsf17087/nsf17087.jsp?org=NSF) - [Browse Recent Awards](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/advancedSearchResult?ProgEleCode=162000&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | |---------------------|-----------------------------|-----------------| | Candace O. Major | [cmajor@nsf.gov](mailto:cmajor@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7597 | | Barbara Ransom | [bransom@nsf.gov](mailto:bransom@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7792 | | Deborah K. Smith | [dksmith@nsf.gov](mailto:dksmith@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7978 | | Maurice Tivey | [mtivey@nsf.gov](mailto:mtivey@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-7710 | | Larry Peterson | [lapeters@nsf.gov](mailto:lapeters@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-2001 | | Andrea Portier | [aportier@nsf.gov](mailto:aportier@nsf.gov) | (703) 292-8474 | For technical issues with Grants.gov: [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) ---

Marine Geology and Geophysics

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