The National Science Foundation’s Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) wishes to announce to the community a new collaboration with the National Institute of Biomedical Imaging and Bioengineering (NIBIB). This collaboration is based on a recent Memorandum of Understanding between the Directorate of Engineering (ENG), MPS, and NIBIB to encourage and foster scientific exchanges in areas of mutual interest. Specifically, this Dear Colleague Letter (DCL) invites requests to fund workshops addressing the science drivers of active matter biomaterials with the potential to advance our understanding of abiotic-biotic interfaces and be developed into next generation biomedical technologies. As described below, the Division of Materials research (DMR) within MPS and NIBIB collaboration is specifically interested in laying the scientific groundwork necessary for competitive proposals for the exploration of new biomedically-relevant active materials and the drivers needed to be medically applicable as these new materials transition from discovery to development.
A joint webinar on April 17, 2023, noon to 1:30 pm ET to provide details on this collaborative effort in general, the specifics of this DCL, and the program portfolios of the participating programs featuring National Science Foundation Program Officers from DMR as well as Program Officers from NIBIB.
Link to the webinar registration (Registration required):
Standard Grant or Continuing Grant; The anticipated budget of a conference proposal is generally limited to $50,000, but under exceptional circumstances may be supported up to $100,000, subject to availability of funds
Letter of Intent:
The PI must submit a Concept Outline by email to the individuals listed below to ensure that the proposal fits the goals of this DCL. Concept Paper Submission DeadlineMay 5, 2023, 5 pm local submitter's time
Full Proposal Submission Deadline:
June 8, 2023, 5 pm local submitter's time
Contacts:
Abraham Joy, Program Director, Division of Materials Research, MPS, NSF
Email: ajoy@nsf.gov
