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Focused Research Groups in the Mathematical Sciences (MS-FRG)

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Posted August 17, 2026

Funding

$450K – $1.5M

Closes

Rolling

NAICS

541715

The purpose of the Focused Research Group activity is to support collaborative groups employing innovative methods to solve specific, major research challenges in the mathematical sciences. A major challenge is an outstanding problem of significant importance that requires the focused and synergistic efforts of a collaborative group to solve, and whose solution will have wide impacts in the mathematical sciences and potentially in other areas. Groups may include, in addition to statisticians and mathematicians, researchers from other science and engineering disciplines appropriate for the proposed research. Risky projects are welcome. Interdisciplinary projects are welcome. Projects should be timely, limited in duration to up to three years, and substantial in their scope and impact for the mathematical sciences. Funded projects that show substantial progress in their first two years may be recommended for a creativity extension for up to an additional two years. Program Details U.S. National Science Foundation is a federal agency that offers the Focused Research Groups in the Mathematical Sciences (MS-FRG) grant program to support eligible programs and projects. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by U.S. National Science Foundation through Grants.gov. Organizations seeking funding for eligible programs and projects should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application. Eligibility Eligible applicants include eligible organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with U.S. National Science Foundation or on Grants.gov before investing time in an application. Funding and Timeline Funding available: $450K – $1.5M. This is a rolling or open-cycle opportunity with no fixed application deadline. Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds. Program Focus This grant supports eligible programs and projects. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 541715, 541714, 611310. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes. How to Apply Eligible organizations can apply through Grants.gov. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for. GrantRegister maintains a complete, authoritative registry of US federal, state, and foundation grant opportunities — matched automatically to your organization profile and delivered every Monday.

Eligibility

  • Funded by NSF

Award details

Award range: $450K – $1.5M.

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View application on Grants.gov·Source: Grants.gov·Last seen Aug 18, 2026

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