Research Opportunities and Resources
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- CARC Research Computing Resources
- Current Opportunities and Announcements
- Limited Competitions
- Interdisciplinary Discussion Groups
- Student Opportunities
- Upcoming Training
SOE budget templates
Download Budget Template (Excel)
Download Multi PI Budget Template (Excel)
SOE cost-sharing
Download SOE cost-share guidelines
CARC Research Computing Resources
The UNM Center for Advanced Research Computing is the hub of computational research at UNM and one of the largest computing centers in the State of New Mexico. It is an interdisciplinary community that uses computational resources to create new research insights.
CARC provides not just the computing resources but also the expertise and support to help the university’s researchers. This service is available to faculty, staff, and student researchers free of charge through support from the UNM Office of the Vice President for Research. For more information about free baseline limits, visit the CARC website.
CARC has provided PIs on campus the ability to purchase dedicated computer and storage resources to support their research. CARC has a UNM-approved cost model for charging for condo cluster nodes, dedicated storage, and custom system administration and application support. To learn more or to obtain current pricing information, please visit the CARC website. There you will also find a worksheet that will allow you to generate an estimate of costs that can be used for budget planning and grant applications.
Foundation Directory Online
The following link should provide access on campus or prompt for NetID sign-in for off-campus access:
https://libguides.unm.edu/563
There is a quick start guide available from Help -> FDO Guide or here:
https://login.libproxy.unm.edu/login?qurl=https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/guide
There is also a YouTube Channel with training/information:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtDmTZETDYhUpFS3S2hxyww
ECosytem for Leading Innovation in Plasma Science and Engineering (ECLIPSE)
Deadline: August 12, 2025
Hacker Initiative Grant
Deadline: August 15, 2025
https://hackerinitiative.org/apply-now/
Women-Led Deep-Tech Innovation for Sustainable Solutions
Deadline: August 21, 2025
https://www.openhorizonsproject.eu/?page_id=708
Verticals-enabling Intelligent Network Systems (VINES)
Deadline: August 25, 2025
Computational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering (CDS&E)
Deadline: September 15, 2025
https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/cdse-computational-data-enabled-science-engineering
Microsystems Exploration
Deadline: October 15, 2025
https://sam.gov/opp/7f754928b2d74275bc5d4e6474ec5d53/view
Cyberinfrastructure for Sustained Scientific Innovation (CSSI)
Deadline: December 1, 2025
Training-based Workforce Development for Advanced Cyberinfrastructure (CyberTraining)
Deadline: January 15, 2026
Continuous
Fluid Dynamics
Continuous
https://new.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/fluid-dynamics
NSF 24-540: Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR): Workshop Opportunities
Full Proposal Deadline(s) (due by 5 p.m. submitter's local time): Proposals Accepted Anytime
SPURRING PROJECTS TO ADVANCE ENERGY RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE SWIFTLY (SPARKS)
Continuous
https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov/Default.aspx#FoaIdb7b43fd4-aac4-4b9a-81d8-c4a03aea733a
Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace (SaTC)
Continuous
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2022/nsf22517/nsf22517.htm
Environmental Sustainability
Continuous
https://beta.nsf.gov/funding/opportunities/environmental-sustainability-2
Computational and Data-Enabled Science and Engineering in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences (CDS&E-MSS)
Full proposal accepted anytime.
Comcast Innovation Fund
Continuous
http://innovationfund.comcast.com/
Internet Freedom Fund
The Internet Freedom Fund accepts applications on a rolling basis and is done in a two-stage process. Applications are submitted as concept notes, upon positive review, OTF invites the applicant to submit a full proposal.
https://www.opentech.fund/requests/internet-freedom-fund
Environmental Sustainability
Continuous
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505695
Fluid Dynamics
Continuous
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505698
Request for Proposals
https://www.worldcommunitygrid.org/research/viewSubmitAProposal.do
Continuous
AWS Cloud Credits for Research Program
Continuous
Alfred P. Sloan Technology
Continuous
https://sloan.org/programs/digital-technology
Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grant Programs
Continuous
https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=331121
Innovation Corps - National Innovation Network Teams Program (I-CorpsTM Teams)
Proposals Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2021/nsf21552/nsf21552.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT
Comcast Innovation Fund
Continuous
https://innovationfund.comcast.com/
Critical Aspects of Sustainability (CAS)
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505673
Facilitating Research at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions: Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) and Research Opportunity Awards (ROA)
Proposals Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2014/nsf14579/nsf14579.htm
Re-entry to Active Research Program (RARE)
Proposals Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2020/nsf20586/nsf20586.htm
Condensed Matter and Materials Theory (CMMT)
Proposals Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2020/nsf20582/nsf20582.htm
Innovation Corps - National Innovation Network Teams Program (I-CorpsTM Teams)
Proposal accepted anytime with a cognizant NSF Program Officer's invitation.
https://www.nsf.gov/publications/pub_summ.jsp?ods_key=nsf18515
Mechanics of Materials and Structures (MOMS)
Continuous
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=13355
Humans, Disasters, and the Built Environment (HDBE)
Continuous
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=13353
Energy & Environment: Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
Proposals Accepted Anytime.
https://sloan.org/programs/research/energy-and-environment
Technology: Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
Proposals Accepted Anytime.
https://sloan.org/programs/digital-technology
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in STEM Higher Education: Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
Proposals Accepted Anytime.
https://sloan.org/programs/higher-education/diversity-equity-inclusion
Division of Integrative Organismal Systems Core Programs
Proposals Accepted Anytime.
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2020/nsf20536/nsf20536.htm
Plant Biotic Interactions
Proposals Accepted Anytime.
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2020/nsf20576/nsf20576.htm
New Mexico Space Grant and NASA EPSCoR Funding Opportunities for Faculty
For more info about the NM Space Grant Research Initiation Grant (RIG) and to apply go to: http://nmspacegrant.com/research-initiation-grant
For more info about the NM NASA EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Development (RID) program and to apply go to: http://nmnasaepscor.com/research-infrastructure-development/
Cyberinfrastructure Centers of Excellence (CI CoE)
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505744
NSF Engineering - UKRI Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Lead Agency Opportunity (ENG-EPSRC)
Proposals Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2020/nsf20510/nsf20510.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT
FY 2020 Department of Navy (DoN) Historically Black Colleges and Universities/Minority Institutions (HBCU/MI) Program
The OVPR would like to alert the campus to a new funding opportunity just released by the Department of Navy. The solicitation is attached and further information can be found at https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=322259.
This solicitation seeks to support research efforts that will contribute to the science and technology (S&T) mission and vision of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps while simultaneously expanding the research capacity of participant institutions and engaging students in STEM. Each individual award will be up to a maximum of $150,000 per year, with one-year option periods, for a maximum of up to three (3) years.
Transitions to Excellence in Molecular and Cellular Biosciences Research (Transitions)
Proposals Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2020/nsf20505/nsf20505.htm
Research Grants (William T. Grant Foundation)
http://wtgrantfoundation.org/grants
Windows on the Universe: The Era of Multi-Messenger Astrophysics
Multiple deadlines.
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505593
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for CISE Broadening Participation in Computing (BPC) Pilot
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2020/nsf20011/nsf20011.jsp?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT
Interfacial Engineering
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505726
Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace
Proposals accepted anytime
https://www.grants.gov/web/grants/view-opportunity.html?oppId=320432
Catalysis
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505723
Environmental Engineering
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505692
Environmental Sustainability
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505695
Fluid Dynamics
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505698
Process Systems, Reaction Engineering, and Molecular Thermodynamics
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505727
Electrochemical Systems
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505725
Thermal Transport Processes
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505701
FY2020 Air Force Research Lab Summer Faculty Fellowship Program (SFFP)
The Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR) is pleased to announce that the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) Summer Faculty Fellowship Program (SFFP) will start accepting applications for FY2020 on 1 September 2019 from qualified faculty members interested in conducting research at Air Force (AF) Research Labs/Centers. Visit our site to review FY2020 Research Program Opportunities and start coordinating with an Air Force Advisor in preparation for your application.
Electrochemical Systems
Continuous.
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=505558
Research Coordination Networks (RCN)
Full Proposal Accepted Anytime: Submission deadlines vary by program. RCN proposals should be submitted to a particular program according to the program's submission dates; PIs should consult program websites and contact cognizant program officers for guidance.
https://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=11691
Higher Education - STEM & Education and Professional Advancement for Underrepresented Groups
Continuous. Sponsor: Alfred P. Sloan Foundation
https://sloan.org/programs/higher-education
AFRL Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) 19.B BAA
The Air Force Research Laboratory, in partnership with AFWERX and the SBIR/STTR Office, seeks to fundamentally change the fabric of university entrepreneurship in America with an exciting new opportunity for university students with small businesses.
The Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) 19.B Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) is now open for proposal submission. For full STTR details and eligibility, visit the official website: https://www.sbir.gov/about/about-sttr
Sustained Availability of Biological Infrastructure (SABI) Core Program
Proposals are accepted anytime.
https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2019/nsf19569/nsf19569.htm?WT.mc_id=USNSF_25&WT
National Science Foundation
Engineering Design and System Engineering (EDSE)
Funding Opportunity Number: PD 19-072Y
Application Deadline: Continuous
The Engineering Design and Systems Engineering (EDSE) program supports fundamental research into the basic processes and phenomena of engineering design and systems engineering. The program seeks proposals leading to improved understanding of how processes, organizational structure, social interactions, strategic decision making, and other factors impact success in the planning and execution of engineering design and systems engineering projects. It also supports advances pertaining to engineering design and systems engineering in areas that include, but are not limited to, decision making under uncertainty, including preference and demand modeling; problem decomposition and decision delegation; applications of reverse game theory (mechanism design); computer-aided design; design representation; system performance modeling and prediction; design optimization; uncertainty quantification; domain- or concern-specific design methods; and advanced computational techniques for supporting effective human cognition, decision making, and collaboration. Competitive proposals for novel methods will include a plan to evaluate rigorously the effectiveness and performance of the proposed approach.
Link: PD 19-072Y
National Science Foundation
Mind, Machine and Motor Nexus (M3X)
Funding Opportunity Number: PD-19-058Y
Application Deadline: Continuous
The Mind, Machine and Motor Nexus (M3X) program supports fundamental research at the intersection of mind, machine and motor. A distinguishing characteristic of the program is an integrated treatment of human intent, perception, and behavior in interaction with embodied and intelligent engineered systems and as mediated by motor manipulation. M3X projects should advance the holistic analysis of cognition and of embodiment as present in both human and machine elements. This work will encompass not only how mind interacts with motor function in the manipulation of machines, but also how, in turn, machine response and function may shape and influence both mind and motor function.
Link: PD-19-058Y
National Science Foundation
Innovation Corps - National Innovation Network Teams Program (I-CorpsTM Teams)
Funding Opportunity Number: NSF 18-515
Application Deadline: Continuous
The National Science Foundation (NSF) seeks to develop and nurture a national innovation ecosystem that builds upon fundamental research to guide the output to facilitate the application of scientific discoveries closer to the development of technologies, products and processes that benefit society. In order to maintain, strengthen and grow a national innovation ecosystem, NSF has established the Innovation Corps - National Innovation Network Teams Program (I-Corps Teams). The NSF I-Corps Teams Program purpose is to identify NSF-funded researchers who will receive additional support in the form of entrepreneurial education, mentoring and funding to accelerate innovation that can attract subsequent third-party funding.
Link: NSF 18-515
National Science Foundation
Facilitating Research at Primarily Undergraduate Institutions: Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) and Research Opportunity Awards (ROA)
Funding Opportunity Number: 14-579
Application Deadline: Continuous
The Research in Undergraduate Institutions (RUI) and Research Opportunity Awards (ROA) funding opportunities support research by faculty members at predominantly undergraduate institutions (PUIs). RUI proposals support PUI faculty in research that engages them in their professional field(s), builds capacity for research at their home institution, and supports the integration of research and undergraduate education. ROAs similarly support PUI faculty research, but these awards typically allow faculty to work as visiting scientists at research-intensive organizations where they collaborate with other NSF-supported investigators
Link: 14-579
National Science Foundation
Crosscutting Activities in Materials Research
Funding Opportunity Number: PD-18-7222
Application Deadline: Continuous
Crosscutting Activities in Materials Research (XC) coordinates and supports crosscutting activities within the Division of Materials Research (DMR) and more broadly across NSF; with emphasis on diversity and inclusion, international cooperation, and education. Activities that broadly engage the community, such as summer schools, institutes, workshops, and conferences may be supported by XC. Proposals are welcome that do not fit elsewhere at NSF that are also highly relevant for the materials research and education community. Activities that focus on broadening participation of underrepresented groups and/or diversity and inclusion are supported.
Link: PD-18-7222
Student Opportunities
UNM ESS Student Research Experience
The goal of the program is to expose and engage our 1st and 2nd year students in engineering or computer science to keep them focused and motivated to stick around beyond their 2nd year.
https://ess.unm.edu/programs/current-students/research-programs/student-research-experience.html
Upcoming Training
FRDO Early Career Lunch and Learn Series
February–April 2023
The Faculty Research Development Office (FRDO) is pleased to announce an upcoming Lunch and Learn Series for early career faculty in all fields.
Download flier for more information
FRDO Resources
Proposal Support services-Your Faculty Research Support Officer not only assists with Budgets and Cayuse records but can assist you with many aspects of your proposal. From the Broader Impact Statement, Biosketch review and formatting, to Editing and Proofreading of the Narrative Sections. See the full listing of services here.