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

1Funding for research, education, and training across disciplines

2National scope with broad institutional reach

3Access to major initiatives and focus areas that accelerate discovery and innovation

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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