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Early Career Research Program (ECRP)

PAMS-SC Posted DE-FOA-0003602

Description

DOE SC hereby invites applications for support under the ECRP in the following program areas: Advanced Scientific Computing Research (ASCR); Basic Energy Sciences (BES); Biological and Environmental Research (BER); Fusion Energy Sciences (FES); High Energy Physics (HEP); Nuclear Physics (NP); Isotope Research and Development and Production (DOE IP). The purpose of this program is to support the development of individual research programs of outstanding scientists early in their careers and to stimulate research careers in the areas supported by SC.

Eligibility

In accordance with 2 CFR 910.126, Competition, eligibility for award is restricted to U.S. Institutions of Higher Education, DOE/NNSA National Laboratories (listed at https://www.energy.gov/national-laboratories), and institutions operating SC Scientific User Facilities (listed at https://science.osti.gov/User-Facilities).
Funding Details
Award Floor
$875,000.00
Award Ceiling
$2,750,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$145,000,000.00
Expected Awards
100
Key Dates
Posted
March 3, 2026
Closes
June 2, 2026 72d
Archive Date
September 2, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
PAMS-SC
Agency Code
PAMS-SC
Funding Instrument
Other