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Combinatorics

U.S. National Science Foundation · PD-18-7970

29 days left

Deadline

September 22, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Combinatorics. U.S. National Science Foundation. The Combinatorics program supports research on discrete structures and includes algebraic, enumerative, existential, extremal, geometric, and probabilistic combinatorics, including graph theory. Conferences Principal Investigators should carefully read the program solicitation "Conferences... Funding amounts not specified.

Who Should Apply

Unrestricted (any eligible entity)

Who Should NOT Apply

Few restrictions - most eligible entities can apply

Key Requirements (Plain English)

  • Deadline: 2026-09-22

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What This Grant Funds

The Combinatorics program supports research on discrete structures and includes algebraic, enumerative, existential, extremal, geometric, and probabilistic combinatorics, including graph theory. Conferences Principal Investigators should carefully read the program solicitation "Conferences and Workshops in the Mathematical Sciences" (link below) to obtain important information regarding the substance of proposals for conferences, workshops, summer/winter schools, and similar activities. Conference proposals must be submitted at least six months in advance of the conference, and in the same fiscal year (which begins October 1) if possible.

Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicant Types

Unrestricted (open to all)

Funding Details

Cost Sharing Required?
No
Funding Instrument
grant

Key Dates

Posted: March 29, 2018
Application Deadline: September 22, 2026 (29 days remaining)

Agency Contact

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