EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Research Incubators for STEM Excellence
Limited submission
The EPSCoR Research Incubators support STEM research in eligible jurisdictions, fostering collaboration, capacity-building, and societal impacts for long-term improvements in research competitiveness.
Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: August 12, 2025 | August 11, 2026 | August 10, 2027
Funding Amounts: Up to $8,000,000 per award for 4 years; total program funding up to $31,500,000 annually; possible 3-year renewal up to $4,500,000.
Summary: Supports multi-institutional research incubators to enhance STEM research infrastructure and competitiveness in eligible EPSCoR jurisdictions.
Key Information: Only organizations in EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions may apply; one lead proposal per organization.
Description
This program funds the development of research incubators to advance STEM research infrastructure, capacity, and competitiveness in jurisdictions eligible for the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR). The initiative supports hypothesis- or problem-driven research projects that align with jurisdictional priorities and foster sustainable, broad-based networks across academic, governmental, and non-profit sectors. Projects must articulate a clear research goal, promote workforce development, foster collaboration, and include plans for sustainability and societal impact. The program particularly encourages proposals in emerging or interdisciplinary STEM areas with high potential impact.
