NIST invites research construction grant proposals

Manufacturing & Technology News, May 30, 2008

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is seeking applicants for a one-time grant program for the construction of science research buildings. The congressionally directed program, which NIST did not request, has $29 million for awards that are expected to range in size from $10 million to $15 million.

"Grants will be made on a competitive basis to institutions of higher education and non-profit organizations," says NIST. Winners will be selected "based on the degree to which the proposed project complements Department of Commerce science and technology programs; the applicant's experience in promoting national impacts through research outcomes, training, cooperation with federal programs and opportunities for visiting researchers; the amount of additional funding the applicant is prepared to supply; and other factors."

The deadline for submitting applications is July 21. Winners will be announced in September. Go to http://www.grants.gov and type 11.615 in the "grant search" quick link box.