NSF: Mid-Scale Innovations Program (MSIP) NSF 17-592
Sponsor: NSFInternal Deadline: 10/09/2017Institutional Submission Limit: 3Sponsor Deadline: 11/20/2017Program Website
NSF: Mid-Scale Innovations Program (MSIP) NSF 17-592As described in this solicitation, the Division of Astronomical Sciences has established a mid-scale program to support a variety of astronomical activities within a cost range up to $30M. 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 workforce in instrumentation, facility development, or data management.
USC may only submit 3 three preliminary proposals as the lead institution. Full proposals are to be submitted only when invited by NSF, and no more than two invitations will be issued to a single organization. Your application submission MUST be coordinated with the Office of the Vice President for Research. Please send a two page abstract via email to Richard White (whitejrw@mailbox.sc.edu) by October 9, 2017. In addition to the 2-page abstract, you should also submit a biosketch for the PI.
NSF indicates that a Letter of Intent is NOT REQUIRED and all prelimenary proposals are due by November 20, 2017. For more information: https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2017/nsf17592/nsf17592.htm