This grant, offered by the Gravitational Physics Program, is designed to support foundational and applied research in gravitational physics. Its core purpose is to advance the theory of strong gravitational fields, exploring their applications in astrophysics and cosmology, alongside developing sophisticated computer simulations for these fields and gravitational radiation. A significant objective is also the construction of a comprehensive quantum theory of gravity. Furthermore, this funding is crucial for overseeing the management, construction, commissioning, and continuous operation of the Laser Interferometer Gravity Wave Observatory (LIGO), providing vital support for LIGO users and fostering other experimental investigations in gravitational physics and related scientific disciplines.
Opportunity ID: 46271
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PD-06-1244 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Gravitational Physics |
| 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: | 0 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 16, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 30, 2009 Full Proposal Target Date(s): September 30, 2009 Last Wednesday in September, Annually Thereafter |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 29, 2010 Full Proposal Target Date(s): September 29, 2010 Last Wednesday in September, Annually Thereafter |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| 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: | Emphasizes the theory of strong gravitational fields and their application to astrophysics and cosmology, computer simulations of strong and gravitational fields, and gravitational radiation; and construction of a quantum theory of gravity. The program oversees the management of the construction, commissioning, and operation of the Laser Interferometer Gravity Wave Observatory (LIGO), and provides support for LIGO users and other experimental investigations in gravitational physics and related areas. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Program Description 06-1244 |
| 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 to next due date | Nov 16, 2009 | |
| Nov 16, 2009 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | PD-06-1244 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Gravitational Physics |
| 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: | 0 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | Nov 16, 2009 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 30, 2009 Full Proposal Target Date(s): September 30, 2009 Last Wednesday in September, Annually Thereafter |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 29, 2010 Full Proposal Target Date(s): September 29, 2010 Last Wednesday in September, Annually Thereafter |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| 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: | Emphasizes the theory of strong gravitational fields and their application to astrophysics and cosmology, computer simulations of strong and gravitational fields, and gravitational radiation; and construction of a quantum theory of gravity. The program oversees the management of the construction, commissioning, and operation of the Laser Interferometer Gravity Wave Observatory (LIGO), and provides support for LIGO users and other experimental investigations in gravitational physics and related areas. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Program Description 06-1244 |
| 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: | PD-06-1244 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Gravitational Physics |
| 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: | 0 |
| Assistance Listings: | 47.049 — Mathematical and Physical Sciences |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Nov 16, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 30, 2009 Full Proposal Target Date(s): September 30, 2009 Last Wednesday in September, Annually Thereafter |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| 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: | Emphasizes the theory of strong gravitational fields and their application to astrophysics and cosmology, computer simulations of strong and gravitational fields, and gravitational radiation; and construction of a quantum theory of gravity. The program oversees the management of the construction, commissioning, and operation of the Laser Interferometer Gravity Wave Observatory (LIGO), and provides support for LIGO users and other experimental investigations in gravitational physics and related areas. |
| Link to Additional Information: | NSF Program Desccription 06-1244 |
| 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 |
Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | NSF grants.gov support grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov Email: grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47.049 | PKG00014592 | Mar 24, 2009 | Sep 29, 2010 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
46271 RR_SF424_1_2-1.2.pdf
46271 PerformanceSite_1_2-1.2.pdf
46271 RR_OtherProjectInfo_1_2-1.2.pdf
46271 RR_KeyPersonExpanded_1_2-1.2.pdf
46271 RR_PersonalData_1_2-1.2.pdf
46271 RR_Budget-1.1.pdf
46271 NSF_CoverPage_1_3-1.3.pdf
Optional forms
46271 RR_SubawardBudget-1.2.pdf
46271 NSF_DeviationAuthorization-1.1.pdf
46271 NSF_SuggestedReviewers-1.1.pdf
46271 NSF_Registration_1_3-1.3.pdf
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