science_technology_and_other_research_and_development · NSF
Physical Oceanography
U.S. National Science Foundation · PD-98-1610
Total Program Funding
$10.0M
Deadline
February 17, 2027
GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview
Physical Oceanography. U.S. National Science Foundation. The Physical Oceanography Program supports research on a wide range of topics associated with the structure and movement of the ocean, with the way in which it transports various quantities, with the way the ocean's physical structure interacts with the biological and chemical processes within it,... at least $250,000 per award; $10,000,000 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: 2026-08-17
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Competitiveness: Moderate to high — federal grants are always competitive
What This Grant Funds
The Physical Oceanography Program supports research on a wide range of topics associated with the structure and movement of the ocean, with the way in which it transports various quantities, with the way the ocean's physical structure interacts with the biological and chemical processes within it, and with interactions between the ocean and the atmosphere, solid earth and ice that surround it.
Who Can Apply
Eligible Applicant Types
Funding Details
- Minimum Award
- $250K
- Total Program Funding
- $10.0M
- Cost Sharing Required?
- No
- Funding Instrument
- grant
Key Dates
Agency Contact
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