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Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant

NSF’s Antarctic Sciences Section supports cutting-edge research that requires U.S. Antarctic Program logistical support and must be, or is best, performed in Antarctica. Strong alignment combines a defensible fieldwork and USAP-support need with research on Antarctic or Southern Ocean systems, global Earth-system linkages, environmental change, fundamental Antarctic processes, or Antarctica as an observing platform. Applicants must fit an identified eligibility category and should design around current constraints on new USAP logistical support caused by maintenance and upgrade work. The supplied packet does not include the full program guidance, formal review criteria, award-size limits, or detailed logistics availability, so those items require verification before field-plan commitments are finalized.

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Time remaining

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Does your proposed work directly align with Science and Technology and other Research and Development, Science, Research, Workforce Development, Environment, Equipment?

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NSF’s Antarctic Sciences Section supports cutting-edge research that requires U.S. Antarctic Program logistical support and must be, or is best, performed in Antarctica. Strong alignment combines a defensible fieldwork and USAP-support need with research on Antarctic or Southern Ocean systems, global Earth-system linkages, environmental change, fundamental Antarctic processes, or Antarctica as an observing platform. Applicants must fit an identified eligibility category and should design around current constraints on new USAP logistical support caused by maintenance and upgrade work. The supplied packet does not include the full program guidance, formal review criteria, award-size limits, or detailed logistics availability, so those items require verification before field-plan commitments are finalized.

Editorial analysis

What the funder is trying to accomplish

NSF’s Antarctic Sciences Section seeks cutting-edge research requiring USAP logistical support that improves understanding of Antarctic and Southern Ocean processes, their links to global Earth systems, and environmental change. The stated objectives also include fundamental knowledge of Antarctic systems, biota, and biological, geochemical, and physical processes; use of Antarctica as a unique observing platform; and polar-science workforce capacity. Antarctic fieldwork is supported only when it must be performed, or is best performed, in Antarctica.

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Strong-fit project signals

The project demonstrates that the fieldwork must be performed, or is best performed, in Antarctica and requires USAP logistical support. The research addresses Antarctic or Southern Ocean interactions with global systems, global Earth-system processes, or environmental change. The research advances knowledge of Antarctic systems, biota, or biological, geochemical, or physical processes. The project uses Antarctica’s unique characteristics as a science observing platform. The applicant is an identified eligible entity, such as a qualifying U.S. nonprofit research or educational organization, an accredited U.S.-campus IHE, or a federally recognized Tribal Nation.

Editorial analysis

What reviewers may prioritize

The supplied packet does not provide formal review criteria or scoring factors. Based on the stated program purpose, it is reasonable to infer that reviewers will need to see scientific alignment with Antarctic and global-system objectives, a compelling justification for Antarctic fieldwork, and a credible match between the work and available USAP logistical support. Workforce contribution is a stated program objective but is not confirmed as a formal review criterion.

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What this grant funds

Through this solicitation, the Antarctic Sciences Section (ANT) of the Office of Polar Programs (OPP) funds cutting-edge research that requires logistical support from the U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP)and:

Improves understanding of interactions among the Antarctic region and global systems. Improves understanding of the dynamic linkages among processes operating in the Antarctic and Southern Ocean and linkages to global Earth systems, which helps inform decision making regarding environmental change. Advances fundamental understanding of Earth systems and the biological, geochemical, and physical processes in the Antarctic and Southern Ocean as drivers and responders to changes on a global scale. Expands fundamental knowledge of Antarctic systems, biota, and processes. Utilizes the unique characteristics of the Antarctic region as a science observing platform. Builds capacity and enhances the US workforce for polar-related science.

Antarctic fieldwork is supported only for research that must be performed, or is best performed, in Antarctica.Proposers that do NOTrequire USAP logistical support should consult the Antarctic Sciences web page for current opportunities.

NSF is currently undertaking a planned multiyear program of essential maintenance and upgrade projects, with the goal of ensuring that researchers continue to have access to world-leading Antarctic facilities. The need to support this important work necessarily places some limitations on the logistical support that can currently be provided for new projects. Proposers should comply with the guidance set out below in the Program Description regarding the USAP logistical support that is available. No other USAP resources may be requested.

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Award range
Not specified
Total program funding
$60,000,000
Expected awards
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Geography
National
Cost share
Not indicated
Assistance listing
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Geographic fit

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Requirements captured

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*Who May Submit Proposals: Proposals may only be submitted by the following: -Non-profit, non-academic organizations: Independent museums, observatories, research laboratories, professional societies and similar organizations located in the U.S. that are directly associated with educational or research activities. -Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs): Two- and four-year IHEs (including community colleges) accredited in, and having a campus located in the US, acting on behalf of their faculty members. Special Instructions for International Branch Campuses of US IHEs: If the proposal includes funding to be provided to an international branch campus of a US institution of higher education (including through use of sub-awards and consultant arrangements), the proposer must explain the benefit(s) to the project of performance at the international branch campus, and justify why the project activities cannot be performed at the US campus. - Tribal Nations: An American Indian or Alaska Native tribe, band, nation, pueblo, village, or community that the Secretary of the Interior acknowledges as a federally recognized tribe pursuant to the Federally Recognized Indian Tribe List Act of 1994, 25 U.S.C. §§ 5130-5131.
Submission system
Grants.gov
Attachments
NSF Publication 25-525
Contact
U.S. National Science Foundation · grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov · 703-292-4203

Official deadline

June 1, 2027

Moderate effort based on requirements currently captured.

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  2. Finalize project design, outcomes, and supporting evidence.

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Quick answersFrequently asked questionsGet concise answers about Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant.
Is Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant currently open?

Yes, based on the latest source record. The deadline is June 1, 2027, with 282 days remaining. Because funders can amend or extend notices, confirm the date and submission instructions on the official application page. The source was last checked 8/22/2026.

How much funding does Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant provide?

Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant lists Not specified per award. The total program funding recorded is $60,000,000. The expected number of awards has not been captured, so the award range alone should not be treated as an estimate of competitiveness.

Who can apply to Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant?

Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Applicants should still complete the eligibility quiz and verify every condition in the official notice; a general fit does not override exclusions or registration requirements.

Does Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant require matching funds?

No cost-share requirement is indicated in the captured source facts. Applicants should still verify the official budget instructions in case an amendment, program track, or specific cost category carries additional conditions.

What should I prepare before applying to Antarctic Research Requiring U.S. Antarctic Program (USAP) Support for Fieldwork Grant?

Moderate effort is expected. The captured requirements include other requirements, submission system, attachments, contact. Start by confirming eligibility and registrations, then work backward from June 1, 2027 using the preparation plan above.

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