NSF’s Division of Materials Research—Opportunities and Requirements

The National Science Foundation is well-known for supporting innovative and transformative research. Just as importantly though, significant emphasis is placed on training the next generation of STEM researchers and educators as well as increasing diversity, inclusion and equity in STEM as part of the grants awarded. Every single proposal contains a broader impacts section to address these or other aspects, justifying how the proposed research benefits society.<br/> <br/>The Division of Materials Research (DMR) supports fundamental materials research through its eight Topical Materials Research Programs (TMRPs): Biomaterials, Ceramics, Condensed Matter and Materials Theory, Condensed Matter Physics, Electronic and Photonic Materials, Metals and Metallic Nanostructures, Polymers, and Solid State and Materials Chemistry. Additionally, there are regularly opportunities to submit proposal for centers and center-type activities. This presentation addresses opportunities to engage with DMR either as a principal investigator on a proposal or as a reviewer.