Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: Proposals accepted anytime
Funding Amounts: ~$100M total annually; individual awards typically for 3–5 years, size proportional to project scope
Summary: Supports fundamental, theory-driven research to advance understanding of complex living systems at the molecular, subcellular, and cellular levels.
Key Information: Proposals focused on human health/disease treatment are not eligible and will be returned without review.