NSF (National Science Foundation)
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
NSF provides funding opportunities to support science and engineering research, education and training.
Target Customer
Researchers, educators, students, industry partners, and universities/research institutions seeking NSF funding.
Key Differentiator
A U.S. government independent federal agency offering hundreds of funding opportunities across disciplines, including initiatives like REU, EPSCoR, I-Corps, Convergence Accelerator, Engines, and more, with nationwide scope.
Implementation Timeline
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Pain Points
- 1Access to a broad portfolio of funding opportunities across diverse disciplines.
- 2Guidance on how to apply for funding and navigate proposal policies.
- 3Connecting research activities with education, training, and workforce development.
Key Features
- 1Hundreds of funding opportunities to support research, education, and training.
- 2Defined focus areas and major initiatives (Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Quantum, STEM Workforce, etc.).
- 3Special programs and sites such as Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU), EPSCoR, I-Corps, Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE), POSE, and Regional Innovation Engines.
- 4Public Access Repository and NSF-wide information for funding decisions and award management.
- 5Database of funded projects and opportunities to explore NSF-supported work.
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1Principal Investigators (PIs)
- 2Grant Administrators / Research Office Staff
- 3Educators / Teachers
Client Results
- 1FY2024 enacted budget: $9.06B
- 293% of NSF budget supports research, education and related activities
- 31,900+ organizations supported by NSF across every state and U.S. territory
- 4350,000+ researchers, entrepreneurs, students and teachers supported by NSF
Competitive Advantages
- 1Extensive, cross-disciplinary funding portfolio backed by a federal agency.
- 2National reach with support across all states and U.S. territories.
- 3Focus on accelerating discovery, technology, and STEM workforce development.
- 4Access to recognized initiatives and programs that bridge academia, industry, and entrepreneurship.
Key Benefits
Additional Product Information
Product Description
An independent federal agency that supports science and engineering in all 50 states and U.S. territories.
Target Market
Researchers, educators, students, industry partners, and universities/research institutions across the United States
Unique Value Proposition
A national, government-backed funding ecosystem offering hundreds of opportunities across disciplines to advance science and engineering
Technical Requirements
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Pricing Model
Not applicable (government funding agency; not a commercial product)
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