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Office of Emerging Frontiers and Multidisciplinary Activities (ENG/EFMA)

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Office of Emerging Frontiers and Multidisciplinary Activities (ENG/EFMA)

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The U.S. National Science Foundation Office of Emerging Frontiers and Multidisciplinary Activities (EFMA) supports cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research as well as multidisciplinary studies and facilities.

EFMA supports:

  • Important emerging areas of engineering research and education.
  • Bold, innovative engineering projects that address national needs or grand challenges.
  • Hands-on research and mentoring in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
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EFMA updates

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Recent funding opportunities

Program

NSF Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award

Next Required Due Date: January 14, 2025
Posted August 27, 2024
Dear Colleague Letter

NSF INCLUDES Research Experience and Mentoring (REM) Supplemental Funding Opportunities

Next Required Due Date: See letter for details
Posted February 22, 2024
Dear Colleague Letter

Funding Opportunities for Engineering Research in Microelectronics and Semiconductors

Next Required Due Date: See letter for details
Posted December 28, 2023
Dear Colleague Letter

Funding Opportunities for Engineering Research to Achieve Net-Zero Climate Goals by 2050

Next Required Due Date: See letter for details
Posted December 28, 2023
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Upcoming events

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Directorate for Engineering Advisory Committee Meeting

Advisory group meetings
Join the Spring 2025 meeting
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Directorate for Engineering Advisory Committee Meeting

Advisory group meetings
Join the Spring 2025 meeting
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EFMA news

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