Sponsor
National Science Foundation (NSF)
Summary
The National Science Foundation Research Traineeship (NRT) program seeks proposals that explore ways for graduate students in research-based master’s and doctoral degree programs to develop the skills, knowledge, and competencies needed to pursue a range of STEM careers. The program is dedicated to effective training of STEM graduate students in high priority interdisciplinary or convergent research areas, through a comprehensive traineeship model that is innovative, evidence-based, and aligned with changing workforce and research needs.
For more information, view the full NSF Research Traineeship Program (NSF 24-597) solicitation.
Award
The NRT program supports two (2) types of projects subject to availability of funds:
- NRT Track 1 Awards are expected to be up to five (5) years in duration with a total budget up to $3,000,000.
- NRT Track 2 Awards are expected to be up to five (5) years in duration with a total budget up to $2,000,000.
Planning Proposals for NRT Track 2 (up to $100,000 for 2 years) are also available. These proposals are accepted anytime and are not subject to the limited submission requirements. If you are interested in submitting a Track 2 Planning Proposal, please reach out to crca@boisestate.edu.
Limited Submission Requirements and Timeline
Two (2) applications per institution are permitted as either a lead or collaborative non-lead (excluding evaluators).
Notice of Interest Process. Only proposals approved by the Division of Research and Economic Development may be submitted to this program. For such approval, the Principal Investigator (PI) must first submit a Notice of Interest to limitedsubmissions@boisestate.edu by 4 pm on April 7, 2025. The Notice of Interest must indicate the PI and Co-PIs, and a brief, one paragraph description of the proposed project.
**If necessary, a further white paper round may be required**
Key Submission Dates
- April 7, 2025 by 4 pm – NOI due to limitedsubmissions@boisestate.edu
- April 11, 2025 – Anticipated date applicants will be notified of approval
- August 29, 2025 – All final proposal documents due to OSP
- September 8, 2025 – Full proposal due to NSF
NOTE: Please send all inquiries and submissions for Limited Submission opportunities to limitedsubmissions@boisestate.edu