This grant, provided by the Astronomy and Astrophysics Department, is for the purpose of supporting a wide range of research in the astronomical sciences. It offers flexible funding for both individual investigators and collaborative teams. The program specifically targets observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies within astronomy and astrophysics. Beyond core research, proposals for innovative projects and tools that enable or significantly enhance astronomical investigations are also welcomed. This inclusive funding opportunity encourages diverse approaches, including those spanning multiple disciplines and utilizing various research techniques, aiming to foster comprehensive advancements and capabilities across the field.
Opportunity ID: 342959
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 9 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 11, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 17, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
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DISPLAYING: Synopsis 9
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 9 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jul 11, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2022 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 17, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 8
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 8 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Apr 29, 2025 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 17, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 23, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 17, 2025 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 6 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 24, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 23, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | May 19, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 28, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 23, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2023 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 22-624 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Last Updated Date: | Aug 04, 2022 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Nov 15, 2022 |
| Archive Date: | Dec 16, 2026 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $50,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | – |
| Award Floor: | – |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | U.S. National Science Foundation |
| Description: | The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 22-624 |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
NSF grants.gov support
grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
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Packages
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| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00276262 | Aug 04, 2022 | Nov 17, 2025 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
342959 RR_SF424_5_0-5.0.pdf
342959 NSF_CoverPage_2_3-2.3.pdf
342959 NSF_KeyPersonExpanded_3_3-3.3.pdf
342959 RR_Budget_3_0-3.0.pdf
342959 PerformanceSite_4_0-4.0.pdf
342959 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_4-1.4.pdf
Optional forms
342959 NSF_DeviationAuthorization-1.1.pdf
342959 NSF_SuggestedReviewers-1.1.pdf
342959 RR_SubawardBudget_3_0-3.0.pdf
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