Ethical and Responsible Research (ER2)
10/02/2023
Ethical and Responsible Research (ER2)
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NSF congratulates laureates of the 2023 Nobel Prize in physicsOctober 3, 2023
The U.S. National Science Foundation congratulates Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz and Anne L'Huillier on their 2023 Nobel Prize in physics. Their...
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NEON: Opening doors with open dataOctober 3, 2023
From soil samples to measurements taken by airplanes flying overhead, the U.S. National Science Foundation's National Ecological Observatory Network (NEON) delivers…
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Exascale revolution: Supercomputers unleash a new era in biophysics discoveryOctober 3, 2023
In a paper in Biophysical Journal, biophysicist Rafael Bernardi of Auburn University and his colleagues shed light on the capabilities of the next…
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AI helps robots manipulate objects with their whole bodiesOctober 3, 2023
Imagine you want to carry a large, heavy box up a flight of stairs. You might spread your fingers and lift the box with both hands, then hold it on…
NSF Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award (TRAILBLAZER)
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NSF congratulates laureates of the 2023 Nobel Prize in chemistryOctober 4, 2023
The U.S. National Science Foundation congratulates Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus and Alexei I. Ekimov on their 2023 Nobel Prize in chemistry…
Research infrastructure in the social, behavioral and economic sciences is focus of newly restructured NSF program
Research Infrastructure in the Social and Behavioral Sciences Program (RISBS) supports three large social and economic sciences data collection projects and more.
The U.S. National Science Foundation plays a critical role in supporting research infrastructure across a wide range of scientific disciplines, from telescopes to field stations. But sometimes research infrastructure takes less tangible or visible forms—things like large data repositories, long-running surveys, or web-based research tools. The new Research Infrastructure in the Social and Behavioral Sciences Program, or RISBS, supports critical research infrastructure in the social, behavioral and economic sciences, and its creation is part of an effort to make this infrastructure more visible and draw attention to its importance.
The Directorate for Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences has a deep history of supporting research infrastructure, including three long-running data collection projects that provide critical information about U.S. society: The American National Election Study, which started in 1948 and has been funded by NSF since 1977, provides gold standard data on voting, public opinion and political participation in U.S. national elections.
The General Social Survey, a nationally representative interview survey of the U.S. adult population, collects data on a wide range of topics and has been funded by NSF since its inception in 1972.
The Panel Study of Income Dynamics, a longitudinal survey of a nationally representative sample of U.S. families begun in 1968 (with NSF taking over most of its funding in 1980) collects data on a wide array of economic, social and health factors.
In addition to these projects, RISBS will support other projects that create computational tools and data to facilitate basic research in the social and behavioral sciences that can lead to improved health, prosperity and security. Prospective primary investigators are encouraged to contact the program directors listed on the RISBS web page for more information.
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Science and Engineering Indicators: Academic Research and Development
10/05/2023
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Academic Research & Development
Today the National Science Board published the report Academic Research and Development as part of the 2024 congressionally mandated Science and Engineering Indicators suite of products on the state of the U.S. science and engineering enterprise. The reports are prepared by the NSF’s National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics under the Board’s guidance. The report provides in-depth information on how universities are funded to support research and train future scientists and engineers.
In addition to comparing the contributions of federal and business funding to academic research and development, the report also looks at the types of R&D performed at universities, where highly funded universities are located, how public institutions compare to private, how spending varies by discipline, and trends in the training of the future research workforce in academic institutions.
Academic Research and Development is the first of 10 Science and Engineering Indicators reports that the NSB will publish over the coming months through spring of 2024.
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SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING INDICATORS
Science and Engineering Indicators is a congressionally mandated report on the state of the U.S. science and engineering enterprise.
NATIONAL SCIENCE BOARD
The National Science Foundation Act of 1950 charged the National Science Board (NSB) with two roles: governing board of the NSF and advisor to Congress and the President on policy matters related to STEM research and STEM education. Selected for their distinguished service and accomplishments in academia, government, and the private sector, the Board’s 24 presidentially appointed members are leaders in STEM research and education.
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The National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES), within the National Science Foundation, is the nation's leading provider of statistical data on the U.S. science and engineering enterprise. As a principal federal statistical agency, NCSES serves as a clearinghouse for the collection, interpretation, analysis, and dissemination of objective science and engineering data.
Program News 📢 Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences
10/06/2023
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📢 New and updated funding opportunities
Inviting proposals for centers at minority-serving institutions to conduct social science research
New Centers of Research Excellence in Science and Technology (CREST Center) proposals are invited, focusing on social, behavioral and economic sciences research related to artificial intelligence, augmented reality, cybersecurity and a range of other emerging technologies. Read the dear colleague letter.
Supplements and conference awards to advance STEM access for persons with disablities
A new initiative called STEM Access for Persons with Disabilities (STEM-APWD) seeks to increase the engagement of persons with disabilities in science, technology, engineering and mathematics fields across seven NSF directorates. Read the dear colleague letter.
Supplemental funding for graduate student internships in forensic science and criminal justice
The National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Justice are inviting supplemental funding requests under the NSF-NIJ INTERN program, which allows graduate students to explore non-academic research internships in forensic science and other criminal justice fields. Read the dear colleague letter.
Research Infrastructure in the Social and Behavioral Sciences
Supports projects that create computational tools and data to facilitate basic research in the social and behavioral sciences that can lead to improved health, prosperity and security. Read the new program description.
Ethical and Responsible Research
Supports research on what constitutes and promotes responsible research conduct and how to instill that knowledge in researchers, practitioners and educators across all career stages. See the updated guidelines.
Research on Innovative Technologies for Enhanced Learning
Supports early-stage research in emerging technologies such as AI, robotics and immersive or augmenting technologies for teaching and learning that respond to pressing needs in real-world educational environments. See the updated guidelines.
Fall due dates
October 16
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP)
November 1
SBE Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
November 17
Dynamics of Integrated Socio-Environmental Systems
December 1
Archaeology Program Senior Research Awards and Archaeometry
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Research infrastructure in the social, behavioral and economic sciences is focus of newly restructured NSF program
This new program will support the American National Election Study, the General Social Survey and the Panel Study of Income Dynamics, as well as other projects that create computational tools and data to facilitate basic research in the social and behavioral sciences that can lead to improved health, prosperity and security.
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Build and Broaden Office Hours
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Virtual Office Hours for Predictive Intelligence for Pandemic Prevention Phase II
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ExpandAI Office Hours
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Decision, Risk and Management Sciences Office Hours
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Ethical and Responsible Research Program Funding Opportunity Webinar
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Enabling Partnerships to Increase Innovation Capacity (EPIIC) Informational Webinar
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NSF job opportunities
Interdisciplinary Program Director (Rotator)
The Directorate for Geosciences, Division for Research, Innovation, Synergies and Education, announces a nation-wide search for a program director in the human dimensions of climate change.
Director, Office of Polar Programs
The OPP Director provides executive leadership on the strategic planning and management of polar research and operations and serves as the principal advisor to agency leadership on issues related to the U.S. Antarctic Program and activities in the Arctic.
SBE Divisions
Division of Behavioral and Cognitive Sciences (BCS)
BCS supports basic research in the psychological, linguistic, anthropological, and geographical sciences.
Division of Social and Economic Sciences (SES)
SES supports disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and methodological research and big data and survey infrastructure.
National Center for Science and Engineering Statistics (NCSES)
NCSES is the leading provider of statistical data and information on the U.S. science and engineering enterprise.
SBE Office of Multidisciplinary Activities (SMA)
SMA supports interdisciplinary research and education in the social, behavioral, and economic sciences, including SBE’s intersections with other science and engineering fields.
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10/06/2023
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NSF and the French National Research Agency sign a memorandum of understanding and announce two new lead agency opportunitiesOctober 5, 2023
On Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2023, the U.S. National Science Foundation and the French National Research Agency (ANR) signed a memorandum of understanding…
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Quantum computer unveils atomic dynamics of light-sensitive moleculesOctober 5, 2023
Researchers at Duke University have implemented a new method to observe a quantum effect in the way light-absorbing molecules interact with incoming…
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Atmospheric circulation weakens following volcanic eruptionsOctober 5, 2023
The Pacific Ocean covers 32% of Earth's surface area. Its activity affects conditions around the globe. Periodic variations in the ocean's water…
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for NSF Earth Sciences Postdoctoral Fellowships (EAR-PF) Program
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for the Office of Polar Programs Postdoctoral Research Fellowship (OPP-PRF) Program
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Blink and you'll miss these plants shooting their seedsOctober 10, 2023
If you happened upon a witch hazel plant in the forest, you might describe it as a sweet-smelling shrub with crinkly ribbon-like petals. But to Duke…
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New modeling method helps scientists understand extreme heat wavesOctober 10, 2023
To prepare for extreme heat waves around the world — particularly in places known for cool summers — climate simulation models that include a new…
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NSF congratulates laureate of the 2023 Nobel Prize in economicsOctober 11, 2023
The U.S. National Science Foundation congratulates Claudia Goldin on her 2023 Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences. Her groundbreaking research…
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Solar eclipse offers researchers and enthusiasts unique opportunityOctober 11, 2023
An annular solar eclipse, where the shadow of the moon blocks out most of surface of the sun and leaves a very bright ring around our star, will cross from Oregon…
NSF launches TRAILBLAZER program for groundbreaking engineering ideas
The U.S. National Science Foundation announced the NSF Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award program, a new $15-million activity in the Engineering Directorate, to enable researchers with established records of creativity and paradigm-shifting outcomes to pursue novel engineering research projects that will open unexplored frontiers.
"With the NSF TRAILBLAZER program, we are supporting engineering researchers who have a track record of innovative breakthroughs -- to explore far beyond the boundaries of what we know and can do today," said Susan Margulies, NSF assistant director for Engineering. “We anticipate that our investment in NSF Trailblazers will generate novel solutions to grand challenges, yield fundamental new insights, and pioneer technological advances that strengthen U.S. competitiveness."
Each TRAILBLAZER award will provide up to $3 million over three years for a project led by a single investigator in any field or topic of engineering.
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Join the TRAILBLAZER webinar on October 12
NSF will share information and answer questions about the new Trailblazer Engineering Impact Award program at 4:00 p.m. Eastern on October 12, 2023.
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Research News
Study IDs secret of stealthy invader essential to ruinous rice diseaseOctober 12, 2023
The virulence of a rice-wrecking fungus — and deployment of ninja-like proteins that help it escape detection by muffling an immune system's alarm…
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Decades-long Arctic rivers study reveals widespread changesOctober 12, 2023
Research examining a 20-year record of water chemistry in the six largest Arctic rivers — the Ob', Yenisey, Lena and Kolyma in Russia, and the…
NSF invests $7.5 million in research to understand the human dimensions of improving American infrastructure
Strengthening American Infrastructure Program supports transformative research that benefits local communities and the nation.
Electric vehicle charging stations, public green spaces and wellbeing, household carbon emissions, and stormwater resilience are among the subjects being examined by ten new research projects receiving backing from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF).
NSF is investing a total of $7.5 million in projects exploring multiple aspects of local and national infrastructure. The cross-disciplinary projects are led by social and behavioral scientists collaborating with researchers from a wide range of fields.
NSF’s Strengthening American Infrastructure (SAI) program supports research that incorporates scientific insights about human behavior and social dynamics to better design, develop, rehabilitate and maintain strong and effective American infrastructure.
Strong, reliable and effective infrastructure spurs private-sector innovation, grows the economy, creates jobs and strengthens communities. “The SAI program stimulates human-centered research that not only improves people’s lives but also provides a strong foundation for socioeconomic vitality and broad quality of life improvement,” says Dr. Steven Breckler, SAI Program Manager. “SAI focuses on how knowledge of human reasoning and decision-making, governance, and social and cultural processes enables the building and maintenance of effective infrastructure that improves lives and society and builds on advances in technology and engineering.”
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