Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core)
Agency: U.S. National Science Foundation
- 47.074 -- Biological Sciences
Open opportunityLast Updated: Oct 5, 2026
Important dates
- Closing: October 5, 2076
Proposals accepted anytime
Award details
- Expected project funding: $280,000,000
- Expected awards: 300
Award min.
$500,000
Award max.
Not specified
- Funding opportunity number:26-517
- Cost sharing or matching requirement:No
- Funding instrument type:
- Grant
- Opportunity Category:Discretionary
- Opportunity Category Explanation:Not specified
- Category of Funding Activity:
- Science technology and other research and development
- Category Explanation:Not specified
History
- Posted date: August 17, 2026
- Archive date: Not specified
- Version: 3
Summary
The U.S. National Science Foundation's Directorate for Biological Sciences (NSF BIO) Core Research in Biological Sciences (BIO Core) funding opportunity supports foundational and interdisciplinary research projects that expand knowledge of biology at any level of organization, from the molecular to the biome scale. We accept proposals that cover scientific topics associated with legacy programs historically supported by NSF BIO and proposals that explore new areas of biological sciences.
BIO Core funds single- and multi-investigator awards. The portfolio of awards is anticipated to include a range of budgets and durations, including exploratory projects of smaller scope and long-horizon projects that benefit from longer-term commitment. BIO Core awards are subject to the availability of funds.
Eligibility
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information on eligibility
Documents
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Agency contact information
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