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Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE): Future Computing Research

US · DC U › S › National Science Foundation (NSF) grant open #25-543
Response due Sep 10, 2026 · 00:00 UTC

Summary

The U.S. National Science Foundation's Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) directorate is soliciting proposals for Future Computing Research. This program supports foundational and applied research in computing and information science and engineering disciplines. The opportunity is open for an extended period, running from July 2025 through September 2026, suggesting a rolling or multiple-deadline submission model typical of NSF program solicitations.

What they want

Support future computing research within the Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) directorate of the National Science Foundation. Solicitation number 25-543 covers research aligned with NSF CISE's mission to advance computing, communications, and information science and engineering. Specific research thrusts, award sizes, and eligibility details are contained in the full program solicitation document.

How they evaluate

Submission: Grants.gov federal grants portal submission (typical NSF process via Research.gov or Grants.gov)

Risks & flags

  • Minimal detail provided in the synopsis — full program solicitation (NSF 25-543) should be reviewed for specific eligibility restrictions, required collaborator types, or cost-sharing mandates that could narrow competition.
  • Extended open window (over 14 months) may have internal target dates not disclosed in this synopsis.

Market context

inferred from NAICS
R&D in Physical, Engineering, Life Sciences (except Nanotech & Biotech)
NAICS 541715
US market size
$95B
Typical award
$100K – $50M+
Typical buyers
DoDNSFNIHNASADOE
Commonly required
DCAA-compliant accountingITARCMMC L2
Computer and Information Science and Engin…
Due Sep 10
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