EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Research Incubators for STEM Excellence
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 (Full Proposal) | Second Tuesday in August, Annually Thereafter
Funding Amounts: Up to $8,000,000 per award (4 years); approx. $31.5M total program funding annually; up to 15 awards/year
Summary: Supports the development of sustainable research networks and infrastructure to enhance STEM research capacity and competitiveness in eligible EPSCoR jurisdictions.
Key Information: Lead organizations must be in EPSCoR-eligible jurisdictions; multi-institutional collaboration and a clear sustainability plan are required.
Description
This NSF program aims to strengthen the research infrastructure and competitiveness of eligible EPSCoR (Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research) jurisdictions—U.S. states, territories, and commonwealths with historically low levels of NSF funding. The program funds large-scale, collaborative projects that build sustainable research networks, foster workforce development, and catalyze innovation in STEM fields. Proposals must address a significant research topic aligned with the jurisdiction’s science and technology priorities and demonstrate how the project will enhance the jurisdiction’s research ecosystem and societal impact.
