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

August 4, 2026 (current closing date for training proposals)

Award size varies; budget must be commensurate with project scope; no cost-sharing required.

Supports projects that strengthen research infrastructure, training, and national-scale activities in the mathematical sciences.

--- ## Description The program aims to foster the continuing health and advancement of the U.S. mathematical sciences research community. It supports projects that develop or enhance research infrastructure, provide training (with a research component and broad impact), and organize conferences, workshops, or travel with cross-disciplinary or national significance. Projects must demonstrate impact beyond the submitting institution and address needs at a regional or national scale. The program encourages: - Novel infrastructure projects that transform or enhance research capabilities across the mathematical sciences. - Training initiatives that complement existing workforce programs, broaden participation, and model best practices. - Conference/workshop or travel support for activities spanning a wide range of the mathematical sciences, especially those not fitting within disciplinary programs. --- ## Due Dates - August 4, 2026: Current closing date for applications (for proposals dealing with training as described in the program synopsis) --- ## Funding Amount - Award sizes vary depending on project type and scope. - No minimum or maximum specified; budgets must be justified and appropriate to the proposed activities. - No cost sharing or matching required. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all applicant types ("Unrestricted"), including higher education institutions, nonprofits, for-profit organizations, and other entities. - Proposals must demonstrate regional or national impact beyond the submitting institution. - Training proposals must not fit within areas already covered by the NSF Workforce Program in the Mathematical Sciences. - Conference/workshop proposals must span a wide range of mathematical sciences and not fall within a single subdiscipline. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted via [Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/328573) or [NSF FastLane/Research.gov](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12756). - All proposals must comply with the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1). - Conference and workshop proposals are subject to lead-time requirements: - 6 months in advance for domestic meetings requesting ≤$50,000 - 9 months in advance for domestic meetings requesting >$50,000 - 12 months in advance for meetings outside the U.S. - Proposals must clearly articulate goals, activities, assessment methods, and plans for sustainability and broadening participation. --- ## Additional Information - Projects must have a regional or national impact and go substantially beyond the submitting institution. - Training projects must include a research component and measurable outcomes, and address recruitment and retention of underrepresented groups. - For conference/workshop proposals, see the [Conferences and Workshops in the Mathematical Sciences](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=11701) program page for details. --- ## External Links - [Program Description & Application Instructions](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mathematical-sciences-infrastructure-program) - [NSF Program Description PD-20-1260](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=12756) - [Apply via Grants.gov](https://apply07.grants.gov/apply/jsf/workspace/createWorkspace.faces?activityID=CreateWorkspace&cleanSession=1&oppId=328573) - [Browse Funded Projects](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/search-results?ProgEleCode=126000&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Division | |----------------------|-------------------------------|---------------|--------------| | Tomek Bartoszynski | tbartosz@nsf.gov | (703) 292-4885| MPS/DMS | | Troy D. Butler | tdbutler@nsf.gov | (703) 292-2084| MPS/DMS | | James M. Douglass | mdouglas@nsf.gov | (703) 292-2467| MPS/DMS | | Wing Suet Li | winli@nsf.gov | (703) 292-4630| MPS/DMS | | NSF Grants.gov Support| grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov | | | For general NSF inquiries: info@nsf.gov | 1-703-292-5111 ---

Mathematical Sciences Infrastructure Program

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