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December 19, 2025 (Optional NOI) | January 30, 2026 (Full Proposal)

Typical award duration is up to 3 years; some programs allow up to 5 years. No specified maximum or minimum; varies by project scope.

Supports research projects focused on the analysis of NASA astrophysics data to advance scientific understanding of the universe.

--- ## Description This opportunity is part of NASA’s annual omnibus Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) solicitation, specifically targeting the analysis of astrophysics data. The program supports basic and applied research that utilizes data from NASA astrophysics missions, with the goal of advancing knowledge in astrophysics and related sciences. Research may include novel data analysis, interpretation, and theoretical studies that leverage NASA’s extensive astrophysical datasets. --- ## Due Dates - Optional Notice of Intent (NOI): December 19, 2025 - Full Proposal Deadline: January 30, 2026 --- ## Funding Amount - Awards are typically made for up to 3 years; some projects may be eligible for up to 5 years, while others may specify shorter periods. - No explicit award ceiling or floor is published; funding is commensurate with project needs and available resources. - Funding is provided as grants or cooperative agreements. --- ## Eligibility - Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in [NSPIRES](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/). - Generally, NASA funds only U.S. institutions. - Foreign organizations may participate on a no-exchange-of-funds basis and should consult the [NASA Grant and Cooperative Agreement Manual (GCAM)](https://www.nasa.gov/grants-policy-and-compliance-team/#Regulations) for details. - All types of organizations—government, private, for-profit, non-profit, domestic, and foreign (with restrictions)—may submit proposals, with no restrictions on teaming arrangements. - Special rules may apply to proposals involving non-U.S. organizations or U.S. personnel seeking NASA support. --- ## Application Process - Submit optional Notices of Intent (NOIs) via [NSPIRES](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/) by December 19, 2025. - Full proposals must be submitted by January 30, 2026. - Application instructions, required documents, and program-specific details are available in the [D.2 Astrophysics Data Analysis program element PDF](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1046249&solicitationId={14FFD7A0-5539-4C5C-ACC5-530F9A4ADB0E}&viewSolicitationDocument=1). - Most proposals are submitted via NSPIRES; Grants.gov submission is available if requested at least 30 days prior to the due date. - Refer to the [ROSES-2025 Summary of Solicitation](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1053488&solicitationId={14FFD7A0-5539-4C5C-ACC5-530F9A4ADB0E}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) for general requirements. --- ## Additional Information - The ROSES-2025 NRA contains many program elements, each with its own due dates and requirements. - Award type (grant, cooperative agreement, or contract) depends on the nature of the work, but most are grants. - For frequently asked questions, see the [ROSES FAQ](http://science.nasa.gov/researchers/sara/faqs/). - Subscribe to the SMD mailing list or the [ROSES-2025 blog](https://science.nasa.gov/researchers/solicitations/roses-2025/) for updates and amendments. --- ## External Links - [Full program announcement and application portal (NSPIRES)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/solicitations/summary.do?solId={14FFD7A0-5539-4C5C-ACC5-530F9A4ADB0E}&path=&method=init) - [Official Grants.gov Opportunity Page](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360917) - [ROSES-2025 main page and documentation](https://solicitation.nasaprs.com/ROSES2025) - [Grant and Cooperative Agreement Manual (GCAM)](https://www.nasa.gov/grants-policy-and-compliance-team/#Regulations) - [Astrophysics Research Program Overview (PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1036501&solicitationId={14FFD7A0-5539-4C5C-ACC5-530F9A4ADB0E}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) - [Proposal Checklist (Table 1, PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1041499&solicitationId={14FFD7A0-5539-4C5C-ACC5-530F9A4ADB0E}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Phone | Email | |------------------------|-------------------|-------------------------------------| | Pablo Saz Parkinson | (831) 226-9582 | pablo.sazparkinson@nasa.gov | | Joshua Pepper | (202) 774-6180 | joshua.a.pepper@nasa.gov | General inquiries about ROSES-2025: sara@nasa.gov ---

ROSES 2025: D.2 Astrophysics Data Analysis

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