Facility and Instrumentation Request Process
This solicitation outlines the process for researchers to propose projects needing access to atmospheric research facilities and instruments funded by the FARE program, with three submission tracks available.
Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: Proposals accepted anytime
Funding Amounts: Total program funding up to $20,000,000; ~5–15 awards annually; Track 1 proposals capped at $75,000 (except for aircraft); no cap for Tracks 2 & 3
Summary: Supports access to specialized atmospheric science instrumentation and facilities for research, education, and outreach via the FARE program.
Key Information: All proposals requiring FARE-sponsored assets must use this process; distinct tracks for education, single facility, and field campaigns.
Description
This program enables researchers, educators, and outreach professionals to request access to specialized atmospheric science instrumentation and facilities sponsored by the Facilities for Atmospheric Research and Education (FARE) Program within the NSF Division of Atmospheric and Geospace Sciences (AGS). The solicitation covers three proposal tracks: education/outreach, single facility requests, and field campaigns, with a focus on supporting observational science in the Earth's atmosphere. Preference is given to proposals submitted to AGS programs within the Geosciences Directorate.
