Science and Technology Centers: Integrative Partnerships

The NSF Science and Technology Centers (STC): Integrative Partnerships program funds exceptionally innovative, interdisciplinary research and education initiatives that require large‑scale, long‑term support. Centers must be led by a U.S. domestic research university with a doctoral program and must form partnerships with other universities, national labs, industry, government labs, or international entities. The program emphasizes broad scientific or societal impact, transformative technologies, and strong commitments to broadening participation of traditionally under‑represented groups in STEM. Funding is provided via a Cooperative Agreement with award ceilings of $6 million and floors of $1.5 million per Center. Proposals were accepted only between 08 Oct 2026 and 09 Oct 2026 (now archived). • Target audience: U.S. research universities (doctoral‑granting) that can lead multi‑institution consortia. • Funding mechanism: Cooperative Agreement (grant) with $1.5‑$6 M per award. • Scope: Large‑scale, interdisciplinary research & education projects across any NSF‑supported science/engineering field. • Required partnerships: Higher‑ed institutions, national labs, industry, government, and possibly international collaborators. • Diversity mandate: Explicit inclusion of under‑represented groups in all Center activities. • Expected deliverables: Knowledge transfer, technology transfer, interdisciplinary breakthroughs, and education integration.