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Gravitational Physics

U.S. National Science Foundation · PD-06-1244

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Deadline

September 29, 2010

GRANTQUICK SUMMARYPlain-English Overview

Gravitational Physics. U.S. National Science Foundation. Emphasizes the theory of strong gravitational fields and their application to astrophysics and cosmology, computer simulations of strong and gravitational fields, and gravitational radiation; and construction of a quantum theory of gravity. The program oversees the management of the construction,... 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: 2010-09-29

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Competitiveness: Moderate to high — federal grants are always competitive

What This Grant Funds

Emphasizes the theory of strong gravitational fields and their application to astrophysics and cosmology, computer simulations of strong and gravitational fields, and gravitational radiation; and construction of a quantum theory of gravity. The program oversees the management of the construction, commissioning, and operation of the Laser Interferometer Gravity Wave Observatory (LIGO), and provides support for LIGO users and other experimental investigations in gravitational physics and related areas.

Who Can Apply

Eligible Applicant Types

Unrestricted (open to all)

Funding Details

Cost Sharing Required?: No
Funding Instrument: grant

Key Dates

Posted: March 24, 2009

Application Deadline: September 29, 2010 (0 days remaining)

Full Proposal Target Date(s): September 29, 2010 Last Wednesday in September, Annually Thereafter

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