The FEC program (formerly known as “EPSCoR Track-2 program”) builds interjurisdictional collaborative teams of EPSCoR investigators in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focus areas consistent with the current National Science Foundation Strategic Plan. Projects are investigator-driven and must include researchers from at least two EPSCoR eligible jurisdictions with complementary expertise and resources necessary to address challenges, which neither party could address as well or as rapidly independently.  FEC projects have a comprehensive and integrated vision to drive discovery and build sustainable STEM capacity that exemplifies institutional, geographic, and disciplinary diversity.

The projects’ STEM research and education activities seek to broaden participation through the strategic inclusion and integration of all individuals, institutions, and sectors. Additionally, EPSCoR recognizes that the development of early-career faculty  is critical to sustaining and advancing research capacity. Read the latest Dear Colleague Letter and the FEC solicitation for full submission details. 

This Office Hour event is an opportunity for prospective applicants to learn more about program criteria and ask questions of affiliated NSF program officers. Register now to attend virtually.

*Event subject to cancellation due to U.S. government shutdown