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- The NSF in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Antarctic Research" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 47.050,.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 17, 2016 and posted on Feb 17, 2016.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 16, 2016. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $300,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is offering a discretionary grant opportunity titled "Antarctic Research" (Funding Opportunity Number 16-541) through its Antarctic Sciences Section (ANT) within the Division of Polar Programs (PLR). This program sits within the U.S. Antarctic Program, where the central mission is to advance scientific research in Antarctica and provide the operational support needed to carry that research out. The opportunity is aimed at research that addresses scientific questions of global and regional significance, with a strong emphasis on work that deepens fundamental understanding of Antarctica and the surrounding Southern Ocean system.
A key theme of the solicitation is that Antarctica is not only a subject of study, but also a uniquely valuable natural laboratory. NSF is interested in projects that either require Antarctica because the science can only be done there, or are meaningfully improved by Antarctic conditions and infrastructure. This includes studies that depend on the continent's distinctive environmental features, geography, climate, remoteness, and long-term observational potential. At the same time, the program indicates it will support Antarctic fieldwork when that field component is clearly justified as essential or the best option for achieving the research goals.
The solicitation also signals a strong preference for efficient, high-impact science approaches. In addition to field-based projects, the Antarctic Sciences Section strongly encourages proposals that make use of existing resources such as archived samples, established datasets, and modeling efforts. It also highlights interest in interdisciplinary research, particularly work that sits at the intersection of traditional fields and connects multiple lines of evidence or methods to address complex Antarctic questions.
This opportunity uses a grant funding instrument and is categorized under Science and Technology and other Research and Development. It is associated with CFDA numbers 47.050. Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of applicant entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full solicitation text. The award ceiling is listed as $300,000. The original and current closing date for this specific posting is May 16, 2016, and the opportunity was created and posted on February 17, 2016.
Antarctic Research (NSF) Grant FAQs
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Antarctic Research".
Who is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the National Science Foundation (NSF), through the Antarctic Sciences Section (ANT) in the Division of Polar Programs (PLR).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is 16-541.
What larger program does this fit within?
This program sits within the U.S. Antarctic Program, whose central mission is to advance scientific research in Antarctica and provide the operational support needed to carry out that research.
What kind of work is this opportunity intended to support?
It is intended to support research that addresses scientific questions of global and regional significance, with a strong emphasis on projects that deepen fundamental understanding of Antarctica and the surrounding Southern Ocean system.
Why does the solicitation emphasize Antarctica as a "natural laboratory"?
The solicitation highlights Antarctica as uniquely valuable for science because of its distinctive environmental features, geography, climate, remoteness, and long-term observational potential. NSF is interested in projects that either must be done in Antarctica or are meaningfully improved by Antarctic conditions and infrastructure.
Do projects have to include Antarctic fieldwork?
No. While the program supports Antarctic fieldwork, the solicitation indicates that field components should be included when they are clearly justified as essential or represent the best option for achieving the research goals.
When is Antarctic fieldwork considered appropriate under this opportunity?
Antarctic fieldwork is supported when the field component is clearly justified as essential or the best approach to meet the project objectives, particularly when the science depends on Antarctica's unique conditions, location, or infrastructure.
What types of non-field approaches are encouraged?
The Antarctic Sciences Section strongly encourages proposals that leverage existing resources such as archived samples, established datasets, and modeling efforts, reflecting an interest in efficient, high-impact approaches.
Is interdisciplinary research encouraged?
Yes. The solicitation highlights interest in interdisciplinary research, especially projects that sit at the intersection of traditional fields and connect multiple methods or lines of evidence to address complex Antarctic questions.
What is the funding instrument for this opportunity?
This opportunity uses a grant funding instrument.
How is this opportunity categorized?
It is categorized under Science and Technology and other Research and Development.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity is associated with CFDA number 47.050.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed as unrestricted, meaning it is open to any type of applicant entity, subject to any additional eligibility clarifications that may appear in the full solicitation text.
What is the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling listed for this posting is $300,000.
When was this opportunity posted?
The opportunity was created and posted on February 17, 2016.
What is the application deadline?
The original and current closing date for this specific posting is May 16, 2016.
Is this a discretionary grant opportunity?
Yes. It is described as a discretionary grant opportunity.
What kinds of Antarctic-related topics are specifically mentioned?
The description emphasizes scientific work that advances understanding of Antarctica and the surrounding Southern Ocean system, particularly research with global or regional significance and projects that benefit from Antarctica's unique research environment.
Does the opportunity prioritize efficiency and impact?
Yes. The solicitation signals a preference for efficient, high-impact science approaches, including making strong use of existing samples, datasets, and modeling where appropriate.
What makes a project a good fit based on the provided description?
Based on the description, a strong fit is a project that (1) addresses globally or regionally significant scientific questions, (2) advances fundamental understanding of Antarctica and/or the Southern Ocean, (3) either requires Antarctica or is substantially strengthened by Antarctic conditions and infrastructure, and (4) uses efficient approaches, potentially including archived materials, existing datasets, modeling, or interdisciplinary methods.
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