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Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology Grant

CESEV supports fundamental research on the chemical and petrologic evolution of the solid Earth, including high-temperature igneous and metamorphic processes and areas such as volcanology, magmatism, ore deposits, economic geology, and geochronology. The supplied record lists eligible U.S. higher-education institutions and certain U.S.-located nonprofit research or educational organizations. Applicants should establish a direct connection between their research question, the program’s stated Earth-process scope, and their chosen laboratory, field, experimental, theoretical, and/or computational approach. The deadline, award-size expectations, formal review criteria, and solicitation-specific proposal requirements are not provided in the packet and must be verified in NSF Publication 25-516 and the official notice.

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Plain-English explanation

CESEV supports fundamental research on the chemical and petrologic evolution of the solid Earth, including high-temperature igneous and metamorphic processes and areas such as volcanology, magmatism, ore deposits, economic geology, and geochronology. The supplied record lists eligible U.S. higher-education institutions and certain U.S.-located nonprofit research or educational organizations. Applicants should establish a direct connection between their research question, the program’s stated Earth-process scope, and their chosen laboratory, field, experimental, theoretical, and/or computational approach. The deadline, award-size expectations, formal review criteria, and solicitation-specific proposal requirements are not provided in the packet and must be verified in NSF Publication 25-516 and the official notice.

Editorial analysis

What the funder is trying to accomplish

CESEV aims to advance fundamental knowledge of the origin and evolution of Earth, including its core, mantle, and continental crust. It encourages studies of continuous high-temperature igneous and metamorphic geochemical and petrologic processes and includes volcanology, magmatic processes, ore deposits and economic geology, and geochronology within its purview. The description also states that such research can improve understanding of natural hazards and mineral and other natural-resource distribution.

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Strong-fit project signals

The research addresses the origin or evolution of Earth’s core, mantle, or continental crust. The project investigates high-temperature igneous or metamorphic geochemical and petrologic processes. The work concerns volcanology, magmatic processes, ore deposits, economic geology, or geochronology. The study uses laboratory, field, experimental, theoretical, and/or computational approaches to explore the stated Earth processes. The submitting organization fits one of the listed U.S. institution-of-higher-education or eligible U.S.-located nonprofit categories.

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The packet provides no formal review criteria or stated reviewer priorities. For program-scope alignment, an applicant can make clear how its fundamental Earth-evolution question, target processes, and proposed methods correspond to the program description; this is preparation guidance inferred from the stated scope, not a documented evaluation criterion.

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What this grant funds

The Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology (CESEV) program aims to advance fundamental knowledge about the origin and evolution of our home planet including its core, mantle, and continental crust. The program encourages a wide range of laboratory, field, experimental, theoretical, and/or computational studies that explore the continuous high-temperature igneous and metamorphic geochemical and petrologic processes that shape the Earth. Volcanology and magmatic processes, ore deposits and economic geology, and geochronology are all in the purview of this program. Research in these areas can help improve our understanding of volcanic and other natural hazards, and the distribution of mineral and other natural resources.

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Total program funding
$18,000,000
Expected awards
60
Geography
National
Cost share
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Assistance listing
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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.
Submission system
Grants.gov
Attachments
NSF Publication 25-516
Contact
National Science Foundation · grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov · 703-292-4261

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Quick answersFrequently asked questionsGet concise answers about Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology Grant.
Is Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology Grant currently open?

Yes, based on the latest source record. The deadline is Not specified. Because funders can amend or extend notices, confirm the date and submission instructions on the official application page. The source was last checked 8/23/2026.

How much funding does Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology Grant provide?

Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology Grant lists Not specified per award. The total program funding recorded is $18,000,000. NSF expects to make approximately 60 awards, although the final number may vary.

Who can apply to Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology 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 Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology 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 Chemical Evolution of the Solid Earth and Volcanology 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 Not specified using the preparation plan above.

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