Current Opportunity: ALMA Cycle 13
Funds student-led research and training at U.S. institutions using ALMA observations or data, supporting hands-on radio astronomy projects that advance science and student development.
Funder: National Radio Astronomy Observatory
Due Dates: September 23, 2026 (ALMA Cycle 13 SOS application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $40,000 per investigator per year; typical award supports student stipends, travel, and equipment for up to two years.
Summary: Supports student research and training at U.S. institutions on highly-rated ALMA Cycle 13 observing programs, fostering professional development in radio astronomy.
Description
The ALMA Cycle 13 Student Observing Support (SOS) program provides funding to students at U.S. universities and colleges for research on highly-rated ALMA Cycle 13 observing projects. The initiative aims to strengthen the training of the next generation of radio astronomers by supporting student-led research using ALMA's observational capabilities or archival data. Awards are based on the scientific merit of the associated observing proposal, the student’s role in the research, and the project’s contribution to the student's professional development. Funding may cover student stipends, travel to domestic conferences, and necessary equipment.
