Important information for proposers

All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements. Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement.

CREST: Proposed Project Email


Potential applicants are requested to send to Sonal S. Dekhane, sdekhane@nsf.gov, sufficient detail about their proposed project (discipline, subdiscipline, specialty or focus area) to permit identification of appropriate technical reviewers, but it should not be a lengthy description of the research, education, and operational plans of the proposed project. Your e-mail may also include suggested reviewers for the application and their contact information.