PAPPG NSF-24-1 plus Supplement 1 & Supplement 2 is the current guidance for proposal submission
Data Management and Sharing Plan (DMSP)
Proposals must now include a DMSP created using the tool implemented on Research.gov
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SciENcv is the only option for preparing NSF biosketch and Current & Pending (Other) Support documents
SciENcv Guide
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NSF Webinar and SciENcv Demo
Using SciENcv Frequently Asked Questions (NSF)
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Use of generative artificial intelligence technology in the NSF merit review process -- review and proposal preparation
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Getting to Know NSF
NSF 101
NSF 101 is an informational series for the science and engineering research community that covers a wide range of topics related to grant seeking, including answers to commonly asked questions and how to communicate with NSF.
NSF101 collaborates with program staff across the agency to provide clear, basic instructions to improve accessibility and demystify the NSF experience.
NSF Policy Office Outreach Resource Center
Slides and videos of NSF webinars and conferences
Upcoming Events
Proposal Writing and Review
Reminder: URLs are not allowed in proposal components with page limitations
The Art and Science of Reviewing Proposals (19-minute video)
NSF Implementation of Recent Executive Orders
- Updates on NSF priorities
- Information for panelists and reviewers
- Information for proposers
- Information for NSF awardees
- Submit your questions
- Frequently asked questions
Broader Impacts
Broader Impacts - Homepage
NSF 101: Five tips for your Broader Impacts statement
For more resources, see Developing Broader Impacts and Outreach Activities
Data Management
Preparing Your Data Management Plan -- DMP guidance, including requirements by Directorate, Office, Division Program, or other NSF Unit
Note: Proposals must now include a DMSP created using the tool implemented on Research.gov.
USE of AI in Proposal Development and Review
STEM Education
Common Guidelines for Education Research and Development and FAQs
A report from the Institute of Educational Sciences/US ED and the National Science Foundation
- Guidance on building the evidence base in STEM learning
- Provides guidelines for six types of education “research” projects
- Overview of the nature, justification, evidence generation and so on for each project type
Companion Guidelines on Replication and Reproducibility in Education Research (November, 2018)
A Supplement to the Common Guidelines for Education Research and Development
For other resources, see RD Digital Library >> NSF -- NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION