The Early Career Research Program (ECRP) is a funding opportunity sponsored by the Department of Energy's Office of Science. The program aims to support the development of individual research programs of outstanding scientists early in their careers and to stimulate research careers in areas supported by the Office of Science. Eligible applicants include U.S. Institutions of Higher Education, DOE National Laboratories, and institutions operating SC Scientific User Facilities. The program will support basic research in various fields, including Advanced Scientific Computing Research, Basic Energy Sciences, Biological and Environmental Research, and more. The expected total available funding is $136 million, and the expected number of awards is 94. The award project period is 5 years. • The program will support research in areas such as energy production, conversion, storage, transmission, and use, as well as understanding of earth systems. • The program will also support research in fundamental scientific disciplines, including subatomic particles, atoms, and molecules. • The program will provide funding for research projects, including personnel, equipment, and travel. • The program will support the development of early-career scientists and engineers. • The program will encourage collaboration and knowledge-sharing among researchers.