Topology
Supporting research on algebraic topology, Topology program covers various theories, manifolds, fiberings, knots, groups, and conferences with budgets from $50k.
Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: November 3, 2026 (Full proposals) | September 1–30, 2025 (Conference/Travel) | April 1–30, 2026 (Conference/Travel)
Funding Amounts: No specified ceiling or floor; conference/travel proposals ≤$50,000 (submit ≥6 months before event), >$50,000 (submit ≥8 months before event); typical research awards vary.
Summary: Supports fundamental research and conferences in algebraic and geometric topology, including areas such as homotopy theory, manifolds, knots, and topological data analysis.
Description
This NSF program supports research in topology, including algebraic topology (chromatic, equivariant, motivic, and (un)stable homotopy), homology and cohomology theories, bordism and K-theory, topological manifolds, knots and links, geometric and differential topology, transformation groups, topological quantum field theories, contact and symplectic structures, infinity and model categories, and topological data analysis. Funding is available for both research projects and for conferences, workshops, and similar activities advancing the field.
