Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: June 23, 2025 (Preliminary Proposal, required) | January 27, 2026 (Full Proposal, by invitation only)
Funding Amounts: $3M–$4.5M per year for up to 6 years per award; total program funding ~$15M; 2–5 awards expected.
Summary: Supports campus-based centers for interdisciplinary, high-impact materials research and education, fostering national infrastructure and collaboration.
Key Information: Full proposals accepted by invitation only following preliminary proposal review.