[NASA Headquarters](https://www.nasa.gov/)

November 25, 2025 (Step-1) | January 26, 2026 (Step-2)

Typical award period is 3 years; specific amounts vary by proposal and program availability.

Supports research advancing the scientific understanding of exoplanets through NASA’s Science Mission Directorate ROSES program.

Step-1 proposal is required to submit Step-2; U.S. institutions primarily eligible, with limited options for non-U.S. partners.

--- ## Description This opportunity, part of NASA’s annual Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) omnibus, funds research that advances the scientific understanding of exoplanets. The program seeks proposals that address the detection, characterization, and theoretical study of exoplanets and their systems. Supported work may include observational, experimental, laboratory, and theoretical investigations, as well as technology development closely tied to exoplanet research objectives. The F.3 Exoplanets Research element is managed by NASA’s Science Mission Directorate and forms part of a broader initiative to foster basic and applied research in space and Earth sciences. Proposals must align with the goals and objectives specified in the program element documentation. --- ## Due Dates - **Step-1 Proposal Deadline:** November 25, 2025 - **Step-2 Proposal Deadline:** January 26, 2026 A Step-1 proposal submission is required in order to submit a Step-2 proposal. No late Step-1 proposals will be accepted for Step-2 consideration. --- ## Funding Amount - The typical award period is 3 years, though some projects may be up to 5 years or shorter as specified in the call. - Award amounts vary depending on the scope and nature of the research proposed and available program funding. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility - **Primary eligibility:** Proposers must be affiliated with an institution registered in [NSPIRES](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/). - **U.S. institutions:** NASA generally provides funding only to U.S. institutions (universities, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, government and private sectors). - **Non-U.S. institutions:** May participate only on a no-exchange-of-funds basis, unless otherwise specified; consult the [NASA Grant and Cooperative Agreement Manual (GCAM)](https://www.nasa.gov/grants-policy-and-compliance-team/#Regulations) for details. - Proposals involving U.S. government agencies (other than NASA) require advance approval and are subject to restrictions (see solicitation for details). - There are no restrictions on teaming arrangements unless otherwise stated in the program element. --- ## Application Process - **Step-1 Proposal:** Submit a brief preliminary proposal by November 25, 2025, via [NSPIRES](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/). - **Step-2 Proposal:** Only those who submit a Step-1 may submit a full proposal by January 26, 2026. - Proposals must adhere to the requirements and guidelines in the program element and the general [ROSES-2025 Summary of Solicitation](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1053488&solicitationId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&viewSolicitationDocument=1). - Detailed instructions for both Step-1 and Step-2 submissions are available: - [Instructions for Submitting a Step-1 Proposal (PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1051522&solicitationId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) - [Instructions for Submitting a Step-2 Proposal (PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1051523&solicitationId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) --- ## Additional Information - The program uses a two-step submission process; Step-1 proposals are required for Step-2 eligibility. - For details on proposal content, see [Table 1: ROSES-25 Proposal Checklist (PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1041499&solicitationId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&viewSolicitationDocument=1). - The program element text and all amendments are posted on the NSPIRES opportunity page. - For general ROSES-2025 FAQs, visit [NASA SARA FAQ](http://science.nasa.gov/researchers/sara/faqs/). - For updates and amendments, subscribe to [ROSES-2025 blog feed](https://science.nasa.gov/researchers/solicitations/roses-2025/). --- ## External Links - [Full Solicitation & Program Page (NSPIRES)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/solicitations/summary.do?solId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&path=&method=init) - [ROSES-2025 Summary of Solicitation (PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1053488&solicitationId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) - [F.3 Exoplanets Research Program Element (PDF)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1082956&solicitationId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) - [NASA Grant and Cooperative Agreement Manual (GCAM)](https://www.nasa.gov/grants-policy-and-compliance-team/#Regulations) - [Table 2: ROSES-2025 Due Dates (HTML)](https://nspires.nasaprs.com/external/viewrepositorydocument?cmdocumentid=1041497&solicitationId={2F7D763F-B1F4-2C89-27C5-B1A961209D3F}&viewSolicitationDocument=1) - [ROSES-2025 Blog Feed](https://science.nasa.gov/researchers/solicitations/roses-2025/) - [SARA Program Officer List](http://science.nasa.gov/researchers/sara/program-officers-list/) --- ## Contact Information | Name | Email | Notes | |---------------------|----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------------| | John Wisniewski | hq-xrp@mail.nasa.gov | Direct questions about this funding announcement to this address. | | SMD Deputy Associate Administrator for Research | sara@nasa.gov | For general ROSES-2025 questions. |

ROSES 2025: F.3 Exoplanets Research

Sign in to see full grant listing