Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers (MRSEC) (Opportunity Kick-off)

January 28, 2025

Research Development Opportunity Kick-off events are introductions to specific funding opportunities or resources that enhance application competitiveness. Sponsored by KE Research Development.

Join us for an informational webinar to kick off the Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers (MRSECs) program. This session will provide an overview of the program's goals, including advancing high-quality materials research, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and building a robust national research network. Attendees will gain insights into the sponsor application process and ASU Limited Submissions process. Whether you’re preparing a proposal or exploring potential collaborations, this webinar is your chance to learn how MRSECs support cutting-edge science and innovation.

Solicitation Synopsis

The Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers (MRSECs) program provides sustained support of materials research and education of the highest quality while addressing fundamental problems in science and engineering. Each MRSEC addresses research of a scope and complexity requiring the scale, synergy, and multidisciplinarity provided by a campus-based research center. The MRSECs support materials research infrastructure in the United States, promote active collaboration between universities and other sectors, including industry and international organizations, and contribute to the development of a national network of university-based centers in materials research, education, and facilities. A MRSEC may be located at a single institution, or may involve multiple institutions in partnership, and is composed of two to three Interdisciplinary Research Groups (IRGs), each addressing a fundamental materials science topic aligned with the Division of Materials Research (DMR).

Solicitation Link: https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/mrsec-materials-research-science-engineering-centers

Limited Submissions Link: https://asu.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/1961039

Date: January 28, 2025

Time: 1:30 - 2:30 AZ