NSF-TIP Convergence Accelerator (Phases 1 & 2, Tracks K, L, M)
(Informational Webinars Available)
The NSF Convergence Accelerator program has issued a new funding opportunity for three new research track topics aligned to equitable water solutions, chemical sensing applications, and bio-inspired design innovations.
*Informational Webinar (Register for either date):
- May 25, 2023 from 3 – 5 p.m. EDT
- June 6, 2023 from 3 – 5 p.m. EDT
Introductory Information (link)
Full Details (html)
Letter of Intent (required): July 11, 2023
Full Proposal Deadline: August 22, 2023
Anticipated funding: Proposers may request up to $750,000 for Phase 1, and up to $5,000,000 (total) for Phase 2.
Description:
Phase 1: Learning + Applying the Convergence Accelerator Fundamentals, Convergence Research Planning
Phase 1 funding is up to $750,000 for 12 months duration. It supports nine months of planning effort to further develop the initial concept, identify new team members and partners, participate in the program's innovation curriculum, and refine an initial prototype. Phase 1 efforts will focus on research plan development as well as team formation leading to a proof-of-concept and will include NSF-organized convenings for training and cross-cohort collaboration.
Phase 2: Continued Application of the Convergence Accelerator Fundamentals, Prototyping and Sustainability Planning
Selected teams from Phase 1 will proceed to Phase 2, with potential funding of up to $5 Million as a cooperative agreement for 24 months. Phase 2 teams will continue to apply Convergence Accelerator fundamentals, including identifying new team members and end-user partnerships to further develop solution prototypes and to build a sustainability model to continue impact beyond NSF support. Teams will also participate in an execution and sustainment curriculum that includes product development, intellectual property, financial resources, sustainability planning, and communications and outreach.
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