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

August 13, 2024 | August 11, 2026

No specific ceiling or floor; award size and duration vary by project and program.

Supports translational research and workforce development at the intersection of fundamental plasma science and technological innovation.

--- ## Description The ECLIPSE program (ECosystem for Leading Innovation in Plasma Science and Engineering) is a meta-program of the U.S. National Science Foundation designed to foster an inclusive, multi-disciplinary research community advancing translational research at the interface of fundamental plasma science and technological innovation. ECLIPSE aims to identify and capitalize on opportunities where plasma science can address societal and technological needs, supporting projects that may not fit neatly within traditional NSF program boundaries. Research areas supported include, but are not limited to: - Plasma surface interactions (e.g., advanced manufacturing, catalysis) - Atmospheric pressure plasmas and microplasmas (e.g., microelectronics, environmental remediation) - Dusty plasmas (e.g., nanomaterials, aerosols) - Sensors for non-equilibrium plasmas (e.g., geospace, industrial diagnostics) - Computational modeling for complex plasma systems (e.g., space weather, plasma reactor design) - Plasmons in nano-photonics and nano-optics (e.g., wireless communication, photocatalysis) - Chemical measurement science using plasmas (e.g., environmental analysis, forensics) - Fundamental plasma chemistry (e.g., novel chemical synthesis) Projects must articulate a fundamental scientific or engineering challenge relevant to more than one NSF program and demonstrate how addressing this challenge will meet specific societal or technological needs. The program encourages proposals that broaden participation in STEM, especially from underrepresented groups, HBCUs, MSIs, and EPSCoR-eligible institutions. --- ## Due Dates - August 13, 2024 - August 11, 2026 Proposals are accepted during specified windows for relevant NSF divisions (e.g., Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, STEM Education, and related programs). Check related program solicitations for additional or recurring deadlines. --- ## Funding Amount - No specified award ceiling or floor. - Funding amount, duration, and number of awards vary by division, proposal, and program. - Typical NSF research grants range from 1–5 years in duration, but applicants should consult the specific related program for guidance. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all applicant types (“Unrestricted”). - Universities, colleges, research institutions, non-profits, for-profits, and other organizations are eligible. - Proposals from HBCUs, MSIs, and EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions are encouraged, including collaborations. - Projects must not primarily address technology development supported by other U.S. government agencies. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted through the relevant NSF division or related program, beginning the project title with "ECLIPSE:". - Follow requirements in the [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg). - Contact the appropriate ECLIPSE Program Officer to confirm program fit before preparing a proposal. - Proposals must address both: 1. A fundamental challenge in plasma science/engineering relevant to multiple NSF programs. 2. How resolving this challenge addresses societal/technological needs. - Supplement requests to existing awards may also be considered if they meet ECLIPSE criteria. --- ## Additional Information - Proposals not meeting ECLIPSE criteria may be returned without review or reviewed under an individual program. - Efforts to increase diversity and broaden STEM participation are encouraged as Broader Impacts. - Information may be shared with other funding agencies under NSF MOUs for potential joint funding. --- ## External Links - [NSF ECLIPSE Program Page](https://www.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/eclipse-ecosystem-leading-innovation-plasma-science-engineering) - [Grants.gov Opportunity Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/351715) - [NSF Program Description PD-24-110Z](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505924) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg) - [EPSCoR Eligibility Criteria](https://new.nsf.gov/funding/initiatives/epscor/epscor-criteria-eligibility) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Phone | Division/Directorate | |------------------------------|------------------------------|-----------------|----------------------| | Jeremiah D. Williams | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-4687 | MPS/PHY | | Mangala Sharma | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-4773 | GEO/AGS | | Lucy M. Camacho | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-4539 | ENG/CBET | | Harsha Chelliah | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-7281 | ENG/CBET | | Chenyang S. Jiang | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-7858 | ENG/CBET | | Rohit Ramachandran | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-7258 | ENG/CBET | | Tingyu Li | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-4949 | MPS/CHE | | Linkan Bian | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-8136 | ENG/CMMI | | Rosa Lukaszew | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-8103 | ENG/ECCS | | Yolander R. Youngblood | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-2757 | OD/OIA | | Vyacheslav (Slava) Lukin | eclipse@nsf.gov | (703) 292-7382 | MPS/PHY | | NSF Grants.gov Support | grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov | | General/Technical | ---

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