The Division of Astronomical Sciences is offering the Mid-Scale Innovations Program (MSIP) grant to support a wide array of astronomical activities. This initiative, stemming from the 2010 Astronomy and Astrophysics Decadal Survey recommendations, funds projects with a cost range up to $40M. The program is structured into four main subcategories: self-contained science projects, longer-term mid-scale facilities, development investments for future projects, and community open-access capabilities. A key purpose of this grant is to foster strong scientific merit while also emphasizing comprehensive plans for student training and the active involvement of a diverse and inclusive workforce. This includes expertise in instrumentation, facility development, and data management, ensuring broad community benefit.
Opportunity ID: 237380
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 13-567 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Mid-Scale Innovations Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 09, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 04, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 16, 2013 Preliminary Proposal Due Date(s) (required) (due by 5 p.m. proposer’s local time): September 16, 2013 Full Proposal Deadline(s): February 21, 2014 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 12, 2014 Preliminary Proposal Due Date(s) (required) (due by 5 p.m. proposer’s local time): September 16, 2013 Full Proposal Deadline(s): March 12, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2014 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $4,000,000 |
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: | A vigorous Mid-Scale Innovations Program (MSIP) was recommended by the 2010 Astronomy and Astrophysics Decadal Survey, citing “many highly promising projects for achieving diverse and timely science.” As described in this solicitation, the Division of Astronomical Sciences will establish a new mid-scale program to support a variety of astronomical activities within a cost range up to $40M. This program will be formally divided into four subcategories: 1) limited term, self-contained science projects; 2) longer term mid-scale facilities; 3) development investments for future mid-scale and large-scale projects; and 4) community open access capabilities. The MSIP will emphasize both strong scientific merit and a well-developed plan for student training and involvement of a diverse and inclusive workforce in instrumentation, facility development, or data management. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 13-567 |
| 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 |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Updated deadline date. | Nov 04, 2013 | |
| updated closing date–rc; | Nov 04, 2013 | |
| Aug 13, 2013 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 13-567 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Mid-Scale Innovations Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 09, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 04, 2013 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 16, 2013 Preliminary Proposal Due Date(s) (required) (due by 5 p.m. proposer’s local time): September 16, 2013 Full Proposal Deadline(s): February 21, 2014 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 12, 2014 Preliminary Proposal Due Date(s) (required) (due by 5 p.m. proposer’s local time): September 16, 2013 Full Proposal Deadline(s): March 12, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2014 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $4,000,000 |
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: | A vigorous Mid-Scale Innovations Program (MSIP) was recommended by the 2010 Astronomy and Astrophysics Decadal Survey, citing “many highly promising projects for achieving diverse and timely science.” As described in this solicitation, the Division of Astronomical Sciences will establish a new mid-scale program to support a variety of astronomical activities within a cost range up to $40M. This program will be formally divided into four subcategories: 1) limited term, self-contained science projects; 2) longer term mid-scale facilities; 3) development investments for future mid-scale and large-scale projects; and 4) community open access capabilities. The MSIP will emphasize both strong scientific merit and a well-developed plan for student training and involvement of a diverse and inclusive workforce in instrumentation, facility development, or data management. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 13-567 |
| 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: | 13-567 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Mid-Scale Innovations Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 04, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 21, 2014 Preliminary Proposal Due Date(s) (required) (due by 5 p.m. proposer’s local time): September 16, 2013 Full Proposal Deadline(s): February 21, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 21, 2014 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $4,000,000 |
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: | A vigorous Mid-Scale Innovations Program (MSIP) was recommended by the 2010 Astronomy and Astrophysics Decadal Survey, citing "many highly promising projects for achieving diverse and timely science." As described in this solicitation, the Division of Astronomical Sciences will establish a new mid-scale program to support a variety of astronomical activities within a cost range up to $40M. This program will be formally divided into four subcategories: 1) limited term, self-contained science projects; 2) longer term mid-scale facilities; 3) development investments for future mid-scale and large-scale projects; and 4) community open access capabilities. The MSIP will emphasize both strong scientific merit and a well-developed plan for student training and involvement of a diverse and inclusive workforce in instrumentation, facility development, or data management. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 13-567 |
| 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: | 13-567 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Mid-Scale Innovations Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 4 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Aug 13, 2013 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 16, 2013 Preliminary Proposal Due Date(s) (required) (due by 5 p.m. proposer’s local time): September 16, 2013 Full Proposal Deadline(s): February 21, 2014 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 16, 2013 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $40,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $4,000,000 |
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: | A vigorous Mid-Scale Innovations Program (MSIP) was recommended by the 2010 Astronomy and Astrophysics Decadal Survey, citing "many highly promising projects for achieving diverse and timely science." As described in this solicitation, the Division of Astronomical Sciences will establish a new mid-scale program to support a variety of astronomical activities within a cost range up to $40M. This program will be formally divided into four subcategories: 1) limited term, self-contained science projects; 2) longer term mid-scale facilities; 3) development investments for future mid-scale and large-scale projects; and 4) community open access capabilities. The MSIP will emphasize both strong scientific merit and a well-developed plan for student training and involvement of a diverse and inclusive workforce in instrumentation, facility development, or data management. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Publication 13-567 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47.049 | PKG00183097 | Jul 09, 2013 | Mar 12, 2014 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
237380 RR_SF424_1_2-1.2.pdf
237380 PerformanceSite_1_4-1.4.pdf
237380 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_3-1.3.pdf
237380 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_1_2-1.2.pdf
237380 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
237380 RR_Budget-1.1.pdf
237380 NSF_CoverPage_1_3-1.3.pdf
Optional forms
237380 RR_SubawardBudget-1.2.pdf
237380 NSF_DeviationAuthorization-1.1.pdf
237380 NSF_SuggestedReviewers-1.1.pdf
237380 NSF_Registration_1_3-1.3.pdf
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