The CIRC program is designed to support the creation and enhancement of research infrastructure in the fields of computer and information science and engineering. It aims to help researchers from various institutions, including minority-serving and undergraduate institutions, by providing the necessary tools and services to foster a strong research community. The program offers different types of awards to support planning, development, and enhancement of research infrastructure.
Who it's for: This grant is for researchers and institutions involved in computer and information science and engineering. It is particularly aimed at institutions of higher education, including minority-serving and predominantly undergraduate institutions, as well as non-profit, non-academic organizations.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Entities not involved in CISE research
- Lack of a focused research agenda
- Inability to demonstrate community involvement
What You May Need
- Detailed project proposal
- Proof of eligibility
- Budget plan
- Community engagement strategy
- Infrastructure management plan
- Technical validation plan (for Dev awards)
- Sustainability plan
- Institutional support letters
- Past performance documentation
- Registration with NSF systems
Cautions
- Ensure alignment with CISE core research areas
- Projects must demonstrate potential for community involvement
- Sustainability of infrastructure is crucial
- Must adhere to NSF guidelines and reporting requirements
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, such as universities and colleges, especially those that are minority-serving or predominantly undergraduate. Non-profit, non-academic organizations that are involved in computer and information science and engineering research are also eligible. The program is not open to for-profit organizations or individuals.
Overview
This grant is for researchers and institutions involved in computer and information science and engineering. It is particularly aimed at institutions of higher education, including minority-serving and predominantly undergraduate institutions, as well as non-profit, non-academic organizations.
Likely Disqualifiers
- For-profit organizations
- Individuals
- Entities not involved in CISE research
- Lack of a focused research agenda
- Inability to demonstrate community involvement
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to plan, develop, and enhance research infrastructure in computer and information science and engineering. This includes creating new infrastructure, validating new technologies, and supporting the operation and management of the infrastructure.
Total Program Funding
$24,000,000
Expected Awards
25
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Jun 6, 2025
- Deadline
- Sep 10, 2027(342 days)
- Archive Date
- Oct 10, 2027
- Last Updated
- Oct 2, 2026
Application Checklist
- Register with NSF systems
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget plan
- Outline a community engagement strategy
- Draft an infrastructure management plan
- Gather institutional support letters
- Plan for sustainability of the infrastructure
- Ensure alignment with CISE research areas
- Submit application by deadline