Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Basic Research
Open
National Aeronautics and Space Administration is offering grants of up to $750,000 to the applicants described in the notice. It expects to make about 28 awards worth $21.0 million in total. Applications close on February 1, 2027.
From the official notice on Grants.gov, last changed October 30, 2026. Checked October 31, 2026.
- Award ceiling$750,000
- Award floornot stated
- Expected awards28
- Total funding$21.0 million
- Cost sharingRequired
- Funding typeCooperative Agreement
Key dates
| Posted | October 30, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
| Archived by Grants.gov | March 3, 2027 |
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Who can apply
This opportunity is open to the applicants described in the notice.
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
The National Science Foundation (NSF) determines overall jurisdiction eligibility for NASA EPSCoR. The latest available NSF eligibility tables are used to determine overall jurisdiction eligibility for NASA EPSCoR. The NSF eligibility table is available at: https://www.nsf.gov/funding/initiatives/epscor/epscor-criteria-eligibility
Is this a realistic fit?
- The notice requires cost sharing or matching funds, so you must contribute part of the project cost.
What the grant funds
This solicitation seeks proposals that are expected to establish research activities that will make significant contributions to NASA’s strategic research and technology development priorities and contribute to the overall research infrastructure, science and technology capabilities of higher education and economic development of the jurisdiction receiving funding.
How to apply
- Read the full notice and attachments on Grants.gov and the agency's announcement. The notice is the official source for deadlines and requirements.
- Make sure your organization has an active SAM.gov registration and Unique Entity ID; registration can take several weeks.
- Register on Grants.gov and submit through Workspace before the deadline and time given in the notice. Our application guide walks through each step.
Questions go to Sarah McGarvey, Grants Manager, EPSCoR@nasaprs.com, 2026001517.
Questions people ask
Who can apply for Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Basic Research?
National Aeronautics and Space Administration accepts applications from the applicants described in the notice. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.
What is the deadline for Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) Basic Research?
Closes February 1, 2027 (93 days left). Confirm the date and time in the official notice on Grants.gov.
How much funding is available?
Awards of up to $750,000 each. About $21.0 million in total across about 28 awards.
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