Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

NSF offers paid opportunities for undergraduates to expand skills and knowledge in science and engineering, including REU and IRES programs.

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DeadlineAugust 19, 2026

Award amount$1,500,000 – $2,000,000 over four years

Last checkedJun 28, 2026

Requirements

Advanced Materials (AM) - NSF Seed Fund

Information on the Advanced Materials topic area, including sub-topics, eligibility, and evaluation criteria for NSF funding.

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Award amount

up to $2 million

Eligibility

Company must be a small business (fewer than 500 employees) located in the United States.; At least 50% of company's equity owned by U.S. citizens or permanent residents.; Funded work must take place in the United States.; Principal investigator must be legally employed at least 20 hours/week by the company.; Principal investigator needs to commit to at least one month of work per six months.

Requirements

Technological Innovation; Broader Impacts; Commercial Potential

How to apply

Click here for proposal preparation and submission instructions.

Contact

National Science Foundation; Tel; FIRS; TDD

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