Mid-Career Advancement (MCA)
The MCA program offers an opportunity for scientists and engineers at the mid-career stage (see restrictions under Additional Eligibility Information) to substantively enhance and advance their research program and career trajectory. Offered by U.S. National Science Foundation; awards $18.0M; applications due March 1, 2027.
Key Facts
- Funder
- U.S. National Science Foundation
- Award amount
- $18.0M
- Deadline
- March 1, 2027
- Geography
- United States
- Categories
- Arts & Culture
- Status
- Open
About This Grant
The MCA program offers an opportunity for scientists and engineers at the mid-career stage (see restrictions under Additional Eligibility Information) to substantively enhance and advance their research program and career trajectory. Mid-career scientists are at a critical career transition stage where they need to advance their research programs to ensure long-term productivity and creativity but are often constrained by service, teaching, or other activities that limit the amount of time...
Full requirements and application instructions: official listing.
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