The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering is encouraging the research community to apply to the NSF Expeditions in Computing program. Expeditions supports ambitious, transformative research agendas that look at least a decade into the future and have the potential to drive disruptive advances in computer and information science […]
Read MoreThe U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) has announced a new suite of 12 Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs) representing more than $1.5 billion in funding for foundational research, including both basic and use-inspired research across science and engineering. These opportunities reflect NSF’s ongoing shift toward fewer, broader solicitations designed to support a wider range of […]
Read MoreThe Medical Technology Enterprise Consortium (MTEC) has released its Fiscal Year 2026 Multi-Topic Request for Project Proposals, offering researchers an opportunity to advance medical technologies and knowledge solutions with relevance to military health. The solicitation, MTEC-26-04-MultiTopic, covers a broad range of focus areas and may support projects involving medical techniques, knowledge products, devices, drugs, biologics, […]
Read MoreLast Update: August 17th, 2026 at 9:00 AM Learn about the Utah AI Moonshot Program and Higher Education Research Funding Pilot Program, and join town halls on August 12 to learn more and get answers to your questions. FAQ for AI Moonshot and HERFP Programs Utah AI Moonshot Program A new $5 million initiative supporting […]
Read MoreThe Philanthropic Partners Group, organized by the University of Utah Health Research Office, strategically deploys philanthropic funds to accelerate health sciences research that might not yet qualify for larger-scale funding. The program invites tenure-line and career-line faculty at the assistant/associate professor level with innovative and promising health-related scientific research to submit a proposal requesting funds up […]
Read MoreUniversity of Utah researchers are invited to learn more about the Utah AI Moonshot Program, a new funding opportunity established through HB 373. A town hall on Tuesday, August 4, will provide an overview of the competition, available funding, internal submission process, and key requirements ahead of the August 17 letter of intent deadline. […]
Read MoreFollowing our update on the recent Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memo (M-25-13) that called for a temporary pause on federal financial assistance programs, we are updating the U research community based on the latest developments. Key Updates: Temporary Block: District of Columbia Federal judge Loren AliKhan temporarily blocked the order, until February 3rd, […]
Read MoreWe recognize the concerns stemming from the recent Office of Management and Budget (OMB) memorandum (M-25-13), which calls for a temporary pause on federal financial assistance programs, including grant disbursements and new awards, effective January 28th, 2025 at 5:00pm EST. This directive applies to all federal agencies and is part of an effort to align […]
Read MoreDear Colleagues, Please share this message within your respective college or department. We understand the recent concerns regarding federal funding agencies like the National Institutes of Health (NIH). While the situation may feel uncertain and take time to unfold, we encourage patience and optimism. As Utah’s leading public research institution and a distinguished R1 university, […]
Read MoreMessage from University of Utah President Taylor Randall, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Mitzi Montoya, Senior Vice President for Health Sciences Dr. Bob Carter and Vice President for Research Dr. Erin Rothwell In times of uncertainty, one thing remains clear: The power of research to illuminate the path forward. The University of Utah […]
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