GROWING CONVERGENCE RESEARCH

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is seeking proposals for the Growing Convergence Research (GCR) program, which aims to solve complex research problems by integrating knowledge, methods, and expertise from different disciplines. Proposals should outline a five-year research plan, with a total budget not exceeding $1,200,000 for Phase I (years 1-2) and $2,400,000 for Phase II (years 3-5). The program targets multidisciplinary teams who are embracing convergence research to develop innovative solutions to complex research problems. Some key points to consider: * Proposals should be bold and address scientific or technical challenges and bottlenecks that have the potential to transform scientific understanding and solve vexing problems. * Research teams should develop sustainable collaborations that may create solutions to specific problems and develop novel ways of investigating related research questions. * Proposers must make a convincing case that the research is within NSF's purview, integrates across NSF directorate or division boundaries, and is currently not supported by other NSF programs or solicitations.