Opportunity Information: Apply for 17 570
The National Science Foundation (NSF), through the Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Directorate's Division of Computer and Network Systems (CNS), is soliciting grant proposals for research and education projects that advance fundamental knowledge in computer systems and networking. This opportunity is organized around two core CNS programs: the Computer Systems Research (CSR) program, which focuses on innovations in computing systems, and the Networking Technology and Systems (NeTS) program, which focuses on advances in networking technologies and networked systems. Projects are expected to contribute new research insights and, where appropriate, strengthen educational components such as workforce development, training, and broader learning impacts tied to the proposed technical work.
NSF is accepting proposals under three project classes that differ by total budget and project duration, giving teams options to scale their ideas appropriately. Small Projects may request up to $500,000 in total funding for a period of up to three years. Medium Projects may request between $500,001 and $1,200,000 in total funding for up to four years. Large Projects may request between $1,200,001 and $3,000,000 in total funding for up to five years. The choice of project class should align with the scope, risk, and staffing needs of the proposed work, with larger classes supporting more expansive research agendas, collaborations, infrastructure needs, and longer timelines.
A key constraint is that CSR proposals are limited to the Small and Medium project classes, meaning computer systems proposals cannot be submitted as Large Projects under this solicitation. NeTS proposals, in contrast, may be submitted in any of the three classes (Small, Medium, or Large), allowing networking-focused efforts to pursue larger-scale activities when justified. The solicitation notes that additional detail on how NSF defines and evaluates these project classes is provided in the program description section of the full funding opportunity document.
Administratively, this is a discretionary, competitive grant program under NSF's research and development funding category. The funding opportunity title is "Computer and Network Systems (CNS): Core Programs," with opportunity number 17-570 and CFDA number 47.070. NSF lists an award ceiling of $3,000,000, consistent with the maximum Large Project budget. The agency anticipated making about 150 awards under this opportunity. The original posting and deadline information indicates a creation date of July 2, 2017, with an original closing date of September 27, 2017, reflecting the timeline for that solicitation cycle.
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others," with clarification referenced in the full announcement's eligibility section. In practice for NSF opportunities of this type, applicants are commonly academic institutions and other eligible organizations, but the definitive eligibility requirements and any restrictions are contained in the solicitation text. Overall, the opportunity is designed to support a wide range of foundational research in computer systems and networking, with flexible project sizing and clear budget-duration categories, while maintaining program-specific limits on which project classes are permitted for CSR versus NeTS proposals.Apply for 17 570
- The National Science Foundation in the science and technology and other research and development sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Computer and Network Systems (CNS): Core Programs" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 47.070.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jul 02, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Sep 27, 2017. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $3,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 150 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - NSF Computer and Network Systems (CNS): Core Programs
What is this funding opportunity?
This is a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant opportunity titled "Computer and Network Systems (CNS): Core Programs". It supports research and education projects that advance fundamental knowledge in computer systems and networking.
Which NSF directorate and division are running this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered through NSF's Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Directorate, specifically the Division of Computer and Network Systems (CNS).
What programs are included under this CNS Core Programs solicitation?
The solicitation is organized around two core CNS programs:
- Computer Systems Research (CSR) - focuses on innovations in computing systems.
- Networking Technology and Systems (NeTS) - focuses on advances in networking technologies and networked systems.
What kinds of projects is NSF looking to fund under this solicitation?
NSF is soliciting proposals for research and education projects expected to:
- Advance fundamental knowledge in computer systems and/or networking.
- Contribute new research insights in the relevant technical area.
- Where appropriate, include educational components such as workforce development, training, and broader learning impacts tied to the technical work.
What are the project classes available, and how do they differ?
NSF accepts proposals in three project classes, which differ by total budget and project duration:
- Small Projects: up to $500,000 total; up to 3 years.
- Medium Projects: $500,001 to $1,200,000 total; up to 4 years.
- Large Projects: $1,200,001 to $3,000,000 total; up to 5 years.
How should an applicant choose between Small, Medium, and Large project classes?
The solicitation indicates that the project class should align with the scope, risk, and staffing needs of the proposed work. Larger project classes can support more expansive research agendas, broader collaborations, infrastructure needs, and longer timelines.
Are there any limits on which project classes can be used for CSR proposals?
Yes. CSR proposals are limited to Small and Medium project classes. CSR proposals cannot be submitted as Large Projects under this solicitation.
Are there any limits on which project classes can be used for NeTS proposals?
Yes, but they are less restrictive than CSR. NeTS proposals may be submitted as Small, Medium, or Large projects, allowing networking-focused efforts to pursue larger-scale activities when justified.
What is the maximum award amount available under this opportunity?
NSF lists an award ceiling of $3,000,000, which matches the maximum budget allowed for a Large Project (where Large Projects are permitted, such as under NeTS).
What is the CFDA number and opportunity number for this solicitation?
The opportunity number is 17-570, and the CFDA number is 47.070.
What type of grant program is this?
This is described as a discretionary, competitive grant program under NSF's research and development funding category.
How many awards did NSF anticipate making?
NSF anticipated making about 150 awards under this opportunity.
When was this solicitation posted and when did it close?
The provided timeline indicates a creation date of July 2, 2017, with an original closing date of September 27, 2017, reflecting that solicitation cycle.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is listed broadly as "Others", with clarification referenced in the full announcement's eligibility section. The definitive eligibility requirements and any restrictions are contained in the solicitation text.
Does this opportunity include education or workforce development expectations?
Projects are expected to contribute new research insights and, where appropriate, strengthen educational components such as workforce development, training, and broader learning impacts tied to the proposed technical work.
Where can applicants find NSF's definitions and evaluation details for project classes?
The solicitation notes that additional details on how NSF defines and evaluates the Small/Medium/Large project classes are provided in the program description section of the full funding opportunity document.
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