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NSF 101

NSF 101 is an informational series for the science and engineering research community.

NSF 101 answers commonly asked questions for applicants who might be new to applying for NSF funding opportunities and want to know more about how to communicate with NSF. NSF101 collaborates with program staff across the agency to provide clear, basic instructions to improve accessibility and demystify the NSF experience.

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NSF 101: The postdoctoral mentoring plan

April 17, 2023

The postdoctoral mentoring plan has been an NSF requirement since 2007, recognizing the important role that mentorship plays in the postdoctoral experience and their future career paths.

NSF 101: High school students, undergraduate and post-baccalaureate scholar funding opportunities

January 20, 2023

The U.S. National Science Foundation supports multiple programs for high school, undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students to help fund research opportunities.

NSF 101: Geographic diversity through EPSCoR

September 29, 2022

Ensuring that every citizen has access to STEM experiences is a critical piece to building an equitable research enterprise. Since 1979, the U.S.

NSF 101: Agency accessibility resources

August 25, 2022

A diverse scientific workforce is essential to a highly successful research enterprise.

NSF 101: Funding opportunities for minority-serving institutions

March 4, 2022

Scientists and educators at minority-serving institutions, or MSIs, are crucial to advancing the frontiers of knowledge in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics enterprise.

NSF 101: Expanding pathways to STEM careers for veterans

November 9, 2021

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NSF 101: The Graduate Research Fellowship Program

July 26, 2021

1. Do your homework One of the keys to your success is to read the entire program solicitation.

NSF 101: Move ideas out of the lab with 4 NSF technology translation programs

July 19, 2021

NSF 101: Five tips for your Broader Impacts statement

May 3, 2021

1. Do your homework.

NSF 101: Earn a Ph.D. in computer sciences with the CSGrad4US program

March 1, 2021

Have you ever considered what a Ph.D. might do for your career in computer science?…