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Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants

U.S. National Science Foundation · 22-624

89 days left

Total Program Funding

$50.0M

Deadline

November 16, 2026

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants. U.S. National Science Foundation. The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival... $50,000,000 total program funding.

Who Should Apply

Unrestricted (any eligible entity)

Who Should NOT Apply

Few restrictions — most eligible entities can apply

Key Requirements (Plain English)

•Deadline: 2026-11-16

💡 GrantQuick Tip

Focus your proposal on clear outcomes, alignment with agency priorities, and demonstrate organizational capacity.

Competitiveness: Moderate to high — federal grants are always competitive

What This Grant Funds

The Astronomy and Astrophysics Research Grants (AAG) Program is an inclusive and flexible funding opportunity to support research in the astronomical sciences. The Program provides individual investigator and collaborative research grants for observational, theoretical, laboratory, and archival data studies in astronomy and astrophysics. The Program also considers proposals for projects and tools that enable or enhance astronomical research. Proposals may span multiple disciplines and/or areas of study and may utilize multiple techniques.

Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicant Types

Unrestricted (open to all)

Funding Details

Total Program Funding: $50.0M
Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: August 4, 2022

Application Deadline: November 16, 2026 (89 days remaining)

Agency Contact

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