NSF-NIH Pathfinder Supplements on Quantum Sensors for Biomedical Science
This NSF-NIH supplement funds collaborations to apply quantum sensing technologies to biomedical and clinical research, advancing quantum innovations for healthcare applications.
Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Concept Outline)
Funding Amounts: Supplemental funding up to 20% of the original NSF award; typically supports postdocs, graduate researchers, and collaborative activities.
Summary: Supports supplemental funding for NSF awardees to foster collaborations and advance quantum sensor research for biomedical and clinical applications, bridging quantum technology with healthcare innovation.
Key Information: Only current NSF awardees (with at least one year left on their award) are eligible to apply.
Description
This opportunity, jointly supported by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is designed to accelerate the integration of quantum sensing technologies into biomedical and clinical research. The program provides supplemental funding to existing NSF projects, enabling quantum technology researchers to collaborate with biomedical or clinical researchers. The goal is to bridge the gap between fundamental quantum sensing research and its practical application in medicine, fostering convergence, cross-training, and translation of quantum advances into healthcare breakthroughs. Supported activities include collaborative research, prototype development, and organization of workshops or events that facilitate cross-disciplinary partnerships and knowledge exchange.
