National Science Foundation (NSF)
Key Information & Guidance
About NSF
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) offers hundreds of funding opportunities — including grants, cooperative agreements and fellowships — that support research and education across science and engineering. The NSF's directorates and offices support research and education across all fields of science and engineering. NSF Directorates include: Biological Sciences; Computer and Information Science and Engineering; Engineering; Geosciences; Mathematical and Physical Sciences; Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences; STEM Education; and Technology, Innovation and Partnerships.
How to Find the Right Funding Opportunity
- Use the NSF Funding Search: NSF posts its active funding opportunities on the NSF Funding Search page. You can search opportunities by keyword or filter results by a specific NSF directorate or division you're interested in and other criteria.
- Subscribe to email alerts: Subscribe to NSF's email updates to receive information on NSF funding opportunities and updates in the topic areas you choose.
- Explore funded projects: Search NSF's database of previously funded projects to find projects in similar areas to yours and see which NSF programs funded them.
- Visit NSF's directorate pages: NSF is organized into directorates reflecting the major areas of science and engineering funded by the foundation. On their pages you can find additional information about programs they fund.
- Learn how to submit an unsolicited proposal to NSF when there is no natural "home" for it in one of NSF’s existing programs.
- Have a question about a funding opportunity? NSF offers regular webinars, virtual office hours and other opportunities to interact with its program staff. Visit NSF's events page to see upcoming informational sessions, and subscribe to NSF's email alerts to receive emails about some upcoming sessions.
Preparing Your NSF Proposal
NSF's standard guidance for preparing a proposal is outlined in Chapter II of the PAPPG.
Applying in response to a specific program solicitation? NSF program solicitations may modify NSF's standard proposal preparation guidelines; in these cases, follow the guidelines outlined in the solicitation.
This checklist highlights critical items that shouldn't be overlooked as you prepare your NSF proposal. The checklist does not provide an exhaustive list of proposal requirements and guidelines. For the full requirements, refer to Chapter II of the PAPPG.
NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)
About the PAPPG
The Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) is the source for information about NSF's proposal and award process. Each version of the PAPPG applies to all proposals or applications submitted while that version is effective.
NSF 23-1 PAPPG
NSF 23-1 applies to all proposals submitted or due on or after January 30, 2023
NSF 24-1 PAPPG (Effective Date May 20,2024)
NSF 24-1 applies to all proposals submitted or due on or after May 20, 2024.
The two-page data management plan is a required part of a proposal to the U.S. National Science Foundation. It describes how a proposal will follow NSF policy on managing, disseminating and sharing research results.
See the Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG) for full guidance and for NSF's data sharing policy.
See OSP Guidelines for Proposals that require a Data Management Sharing Plan (DMSP) for helpful recommendations and resources.
NSF's Data Sharing Policy
NSF-funded investigators are expected to share with other researchers, at no more
than incremental cost and within a reasonable time, the primary data, samples, physical
collections and other supporting materials created or gathered in the course of work
under NSF awards. General guidelines for data management plans are explained in PAPPG II.D.2(ii).
Content that may be included under the general guidelines is as follows:
- The types of data, samples, physical collections, software, curriculum materials and other materials to be produced in the course of the project.
- The standards to be used for data and metadata format and content. In cases where existing standards are absent or deemed inadequate, this should be documented along with any proposed solutions or remedies.
- Policies for data access and sharing, including provisions for appropriate protection of privacy, confidentiality, security, intellectual property or other rights or requirements.
- Policies and provisions for data reuse, redistribution and the production of derivatives.
- Plans for archiving data, samples and other research products, and for preserving access to them.
If your proposed project will not produce data, you must include a document justifying this in place of the data management plan.
Directorate and/or division guidance
Links to data management requirements and plans relevant to specific NSF directorates,
offices, divisions or programs are provided below. If guidance specific to a directorate,
division or program is not provided, follow the general requirements detailed in PAPPG II.D.2(ii):
- Biological Sciences (BIO)
- Geosciences (GEO)
- Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS):
- Office of Polar Programs (OPP)
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| DMP TOOL |
We encourage the use of the DMPTool, a University-wide Resource for Creating Data Management Plans (DMP).The DMPTool is a free, open-source, online application that helps researchers create data management plans. It is highly recommended that Investigators utilize the DMPTool to develop and write their Data Management and Sharing Plans (DMSPs). The DMPTool provides a click-through wizard for creating a DMP that complies with funder requirements. It also has direct links to funder websites, help text for answering questions, and data management best practices resources.
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| University Libraries |
SBU Libraries provide various resources and assistance with managing research data, including the following:
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| Research Computing, Informatics, & Innovation (RCI2) |
The Research Computing, Informatics, & Innovation (RCI2) team supports the research mission of the university by meeting the computing and informatics resource needs of researchers, and enabling the proficient and appropriate use of these resources. The (RCI2) team is pleased to offer consultation and project review services. To request consultation, email SBMIT_Research_Services@stonybrookmedicine.edu. |
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Manage Your Award
Explore key resources you must review when you receive a new NSF award.
| Award Terms and Conditions |
When you receive an award notice from NSF, it will specifically identify certain conditions that are applicable to, and become part of, your award. Part II of NSF's Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG) covers the NSF award process, from issuance and administration of an NSF award through closeout. When your award notice's conditions reference a particular section of the guide, that section becomes part of the award. NSF's Conditions webpages provide the full text of the terms and conditions used to manage NSF grants and cooperative agreements. Topics covered on these pages include awardee responsibilities, federal requirements, pre-award costs, no-cost extensions, significant project changes, travel, allowable costs, project reports, final report requirements and more:
Together, the PAPPG and the award terms and conditions detail NSF's administrative requirements, cost principles and audit requirements for its awards. If these two documents are silent on a specific area covered by 2 CFR § 200, the requirements specified in 2 CFR § 200 must be followed. |
| Training Tools and Guides |
Use the checklists and guides in this section to verify that your award management practices meet NSF's and federal requirements.
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Request a Change to Your Award
Explore information on notifications and requests you must make for changes in the
scope, time, staff or budget of yoru NSF Award. You should always follow the guidelines
in NSF's Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG); this page will
point you to the relevant sections. NSF recommends applying for any changes to your
award as soon as you are aware that you will need them, and no later than the date
limitations outlined in the PAPPG for each type of change. It is important to follow
SBU Guidance on Award Modifications by submitting a request to OSP through myResearch Grants according to these instructions.
| No-Cost Extensions |
A no-cost extension extends a project period beyond the original project end date; there is no additional funding provided. Your award may be eligible for a single grantee-approved no-cost extension for up to 12 months when there are unspent funds remaining in your award account and additional time is needed to successfully complete the original scope of the work. Additional no-cost extensions and other special creativity extensions may be approved by NSF should your project meet certain criteria. Consult PAPPG VI.D.3.c for a detailed explanation of the circumstances that must be met for a no-cost extension. Follow the instructions on Research.gov on how to submit a no-cost extension notification or request online. Note: The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs have their own requirements for when no-cost extensions can be granted. Visit the America's Seed Fund website to learn more. |
| Changes in project objectives, scope or methods/procedures |
Should changes arise that affect the objectives, scope or methods of your project, NSF requires that you inform your authorized organizational representative before these changes are made, who will submit a notification or request to NSF on your behalf. More information about this process can be found in PAPPG VII.B.1.a-c. Follow the instructions on Research.gov on how to submit a notification or request for changes in project objectives, scope or methods/procedures online. |
| Changes in principal investigator, co-PI, or person-months devoted to the project |
You must submit a request to NSF for changes to the PI or co-PIs on your award, including changes affecting the amount of time the PI or co-PIs will devote to the project. Because NSF awards are made in part based on the knowledge, skills and experience of the project personnel, it is imperative that any changes to the project roster are submitted to NSF before or by the deadline for such requests — typically 30 days before the change is to occur. Refer to PAPPG VII.B.2.a-e for detailed information on initiating these changes. Follow the instructions on Research.gov on how to submit these requests online. |
| Grant Transfer |
When a principal investigator transfers from one organization to another there are a few potential options for what may happen with remaining funding on an NSF award:
You can find more details about these options as well as how to make one of these requests in PAPPG Chapter VII.B.2.f. The following guidance is provided to assist principal investigators (PIs) and departments in taking the proper steps when a PI’s relationship to Stony Brook University (SBU) changes. PIs are responsible for timely closure of studies or transfer of PI responsibilities in the event of their move to/from another institution - PI Leaving SBU |
| Subawarding or transferring part of an NSF Award |
Except for purchasing commercially available materials and supplies, equipment or general support services allowable under the award, no part of an NSF award may be subawarded or transferred to another organization without prior NSF authorization. Find more details on how to make this request in PAPPG VII.B.4, which you will submit online via Research.gov. |
| Supplemental funding requests |
In rare circumstances, supplemental funding may be awarded by NSF to allow for the successful completion of the original scope of a project. You must submit supplemental funding requests in Research.gov at least two months before the end of the award. Find more details on how to make a supplemental funding request in PAPPG VI.E.5. Follow the instructions on Research.gov on how to submit these requests online. Note: NSF sometimes announces opportunities to submit supplemental funding requests to develop international collaborations, offer professional development opportunities for students and teachers, and support other high-priority activities. In these cases, you must follow any special instructions outlined in the announcement, in addition to the instructions found in PAPPG VI.E.5. |
Report your Progress and Outcomes
See requirements for reporting progress, outcomes and significant discoveries for
yoru NSF award.
| Project Reports |
NSF requires you to complete three types of project reports for your NSF-funded project:
Explore resources for preparing NSF project reports, including examples, instructions and top sheets by visiting the Project report resources on Research.gov |
| Annual Reports |
Annual project reports are prepared each year. They are typically due no later than 90 days before the end of the current reporting budget period of a project. Annual project reports cover that year's activities related to the funded project as well as broader impacts work which may not be intrinsic to the research. For reporting timeline specifics and other information about the annual reporting process refer to PAPPG VII.D.1. Annual project reports must be submitted in Research.gov. |
| Final Annual Report |
Your final annual project report should only refer to the final funded year of your project — it is not a cumulative report. It is due no later than 120 days following the end date of your NSF award. The guidelines in PAPPG VII.D.2 outline what should be included, as well as the timeline for submitting your final annual project report. Final annual project reports must be submitted in Research.gov. |
| Project Outcomes Report |
This report serves as a summary of no more than 800 words on the nature and outcomes of your project, written for a public audience. It is due no later than 120 days following the end date of your NSF award.
This report will be posted publicly by NSF exactly as it is submitted. It should not contain confidential or proprietary information. Full details of what should be included in your project outcomes report and when it should be submitted can be found in PAPPG VII.D.3. Project outcomes reports must be submitted in Research.gov. |
| Depositing publications in NSF's Public Access Repository |
NSF's public access policy requires that certain publications and juried conference
papers be deposited and made available within 12 months of publication in the NSF Public Access Repository (PAR).
NSF has provided a detailed frequently asked questions page to assist you with your public access needs. Note: In concordance with the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy's August 2022 memo, NSF's public access policy is currently being updated; visit NSF's Public Access Initiative for updates. |
Updates to the NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG) (NSF 24-1)
Summary of Changes to the PAPPG (NSF 24-1) include:
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Pre-Submission Information |
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| PROPOSAL PREPARATION |
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| Awrad, Administration and Monitoring of NSF Assistance Awards |
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| Award Administration |
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| Other Post-Award Requirements and Considerations |
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Spring 2024 NSF Grants Conference
The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) will host the Spring 2024 NSF Grants Conference from June 3 – 5, 2024 in Philadelphia, PA. Registration is now open!
For more information, visit the NSF Grants Conference page.
The NSF Grants Conference is designed to give new faculty, researchers, and administrators key insights into a wide range of current issues at NSF. NSF staff will provide up-to-date information about policies and procedures, specific funding opportunities, and answer attendee questions.
Highlights include:
- New programs and initiatives
- Proposal preparation
- NSF’s merit review process
- NSF directorate sessions
- Award management topics
- Conflict of interest policies
- NSF systems updates
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| Certification Regarding Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research (RECR) |
The requirement specified in Section 7009 of the America Creating Opportunities to
Meaningfully Promote Excellence in Technology, Education, and Science (COMPETES) Act
(42 USC 1862o–1), as amended, to have a plan to provide appropriate training and oversight
in the responsible and ethical conduct of research to faculty and other senior personnel
who will be supported by NSF to conduct research will go into effect for new proposals
submitted or due on or after July 31, 2023. NSF, however, encourages the community
to establish such training and oversight for faculty and other senior personnel prior
to the July 31,2023, implementation.
Section 7009 of the America Creating Opportunities to Meaningfully Promote Excellence
in Technology, Education, and Science (COMPETES) Act (42 USC 1862o–1), as amended,
requires that each institution that applies for financial assistance from the Foundation
for science and engineering research or education describe in its grant proposal a
plan to provide appropriate training and oversight in the responsible and ethical
conduct of research to undergraduate students, graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, faculty, and
other senior personnel supported by the proposed research project. Such training must include mentor training
and mentorship.
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| Revised NSF Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support Formats - Now Available in SciENcv and on the NSF Website |
The National Science Foundation (NSF) implemented revised versions of the Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support formats for consistency with the Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide (PAPPG) (NSF 23-1). The requirement to use the revised formats is effective for proposals submitted or
due on or after January 30, 2023.
These revised formats are now available in SciENcv and on the NSF Policy Office website. As a reminder, the mandate to use SciENcv only for preparation of these senior personnel
documents will go into effect for new proposals submitted or due on or after October
23, 2023.
Staff from NSF and NIH conducted a webinar to discuss the revised formats and demonstrate the SciENcv system . (Updated 1/30/2023; Originally Posted 1/12/23)
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| NSF Project Report Enhancements for Datasets and Research Materials |
Effective July 24, 2023, the National Science Foundation (NSF) made enhancements to the Project Reporting System in Research.gov to enable datasets and research materials to be entered as distinct product types that are managed and reviewed separately. This change improves project report data quality by listing each product type resulting from NSF funded research as a separate entry rather than a combined listing of multiple product types. Other changes include improved system messaging and an updated user interface to provide a more seamless look and feel for NSF award recipients. There are no changes to NSF’s Public Access policy or project reporting requirements. An updated How to Add Datasets to the NSF-PAR and NSF In-progress Project Reports guide and updated How to Remove Datasets from the NSF-PAR and In-progress Project Reports guide will be available on the Research.gov About Public Access page. Visit the NSF Public Access Initiative page for more information including the NSF Public Access Plan 2.0 - Ensuring Open, Immediate and Equitable Access to National Science Foundation Funded Research released earlier this year. |
| PI Transfer Request Transition from FastLane to Research.gov and Critical System Deadlines |
Effective June 26, 2023, the National Science Foundation (NSF) transitioned the Principal Investigator (PI)/Project Director (PD) or co-PI/co-PD Transfer from one organization to another request functionality ("PI Transfer") from FastLane to Research.gov and decommissioned this request in FastLane. Here's what you need to know:
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| FastLane Decommissioning - Critical System Deadlines |
Research.gov and Grants.gov Deadlines
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| 2023 NSF Virtual Grants Conference (Archived) |
Join the National Science Foundation for the Spring 2023 NSF Virtual Grants Conference, to be held June 5, 2023 2:00 PM ET to June 8, 2023 4:00 PM ET.. Registration will open on Wednesday, May 10 at 12PM EST. Just like the in-person grants conferences, the NSF Virtual Grants Conference is a must, especially for new faculty, researchers and administrators. Highlights include:
The NSF Grants Conference is designed to give new faculty, researchers, and administrators key insights into a wide range of current issues at NSF. NSF staff will provide up-to-date information about policies and procedures, specific funding opportunities and answer attendee questions. |
Preparing Your NSF Proposal
NSF's standard guidance for preparing a proposal is outlined in Chapter II of the PAPPG.
Applying in response to a specific program solicitation? NSF program solicitations may modify NSF's standard proposal preparation guidelines; in these cases, follow the guidelines outlined in the solicitation.
This checklist highlights critical items that shouldn't be overlooked as you prepare your NSF proposal.
The checklist does not provide an exhaustive list of proposal requirements and guidelines. For the full
requirements, refer to Chapter II of the PAPPG.
Common Parts of an NSF Proposal
The list below briefly outlines common parts of an NSF proposal; it does not provide an exhaustive list of proposal requirements and guidelines. For the full requirements, refer to Chapter II of the PAPPG.
Research proposals to NSF generally must include the following parts:
| Project Summary |
The 1-page project summary provides an overview of the proposed activity, a statement on its intellectual merit, and a statement on its broader impacts. Refer to PAPPG II.D.2.b for the full requirements. |
| Project Description |
The project description, typically up to 15 pages long, details what the proposer wants to do, why they want to do it, how they plan to do it, how they will know if they succeed, and what benefits could accrue if the project is successful. Refer to PAPPG II.D.2.d for the full requirements. |
| References Cited |
The references cited includes bibliographic citations; it can't be used to provide parenthetical information outside of the project description. Refer to PAPPG II.D.2.e for the full requirements. |
| Documents required for senior personnel |
Each senior person involved in a proposed project must submit the following information with the proposal:
Refer to PAPPG II.2.D.h for the full requirements.
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| Proposal budget and justification |
The budget section details how much money the proposer is requesting, by category, to complete the project. This information must be provided across each year of support requested. A justification, typically up to 5 pages long, must document and justify each budget line item included in the proposal budget. Refer to PAPPG II.D.2.f for the full requirements. Learn more about preparing your proposal budget SBU Budget Specific Guidance: |
| Facilities, equipment and othe rresources |
This section outlines the internal and external resources (both physical and personnel) that the proposing organization and its collaborators will provide to the project if it is funded by NSF. NSF uses this information to assess whether the proposers have adequate resources available to perform the project they propose. Refer to PAPPG II.D.2.g for the full requirements. SBU Facilities & Other Resources: Sign into Sharepoint with your SBU email address/password to view a list of facilities and other campus resources avaiable to SBU research cimmunity members. |
| Postdoctoral mentoring plan (if applicable) |
If your proposal requests funding to support postdoctoral researchers, you must include a 1-page summary describing the mentoring activities that will be provided to those individuals. Refer to PAPPG II.D.2.i(i) for the full requirements. |
| Data Management Plan |
This section, up to two pages long, describes how a proposal will follow NSF policy on disseminating and sharing research results. Solicitations will often outline specific requirements for these plans. Refer to PAPPG II.D.2.i(ii) the full requirements. |
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Other types of proposals to NSF may have different requirements. Refer to guidance on preparing other types of proposals in PAPPG II.F. |
- Initiating a New Proposal
- Sharing Proposal and Proposal File Update/Budget Revision Access with SPO/AOR
- Entering Proposal Budgets
- Adding or Removing Subaward Organizations
- Adding or Removing Collaborators and Other Affiliations
- Submitting Letters of Intent and Proposals
- Submitting Proposal File Updates/Budget Revisions
- Notifications & Requests on Research.gov
- How to prepare NSF Project Outcomes and Annual Reports
- NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) 23-1, Effective January 30, 2023
- ORCID & SciENcv for NIH and NSF Biosketches
- 2023 NSF Policy Office Webinar Series: NSF Biographical Sketch and Current and Pending (Other) Support: SciENcv and NSF Formats
- Initiating a New Proposal
- Sharing Proposal and Proposal File Update/Budget Revision Access with SPO/AOR
- Entering Proposal Budgets
- Adding or Removing Subaward Organizations
- Adding or Removing Collaborators and Other Affiliations
- Submitting Letters of Intent and Proposals
- Submitting Proposal File Updates/Budget Revisions
- Notifications & Requests on Research.gov
- How to prepare NSF Project Outcomes and Annual Reports
SBU Resources and Templates
- SBU - NSF Budget Justification Template (OSP is pleased to provide this template for SBU Investigators/PIs)
- NSF Safe & Inclusive Plan Template (OSP is pleased to provide this template for SBU Investigators/PIs) to use as a guide and internal tool. When an SAI is required by the NSF Program Solicitation, the guidance provided in the Solciitation should be followed.
Overview
The National Science Foundation (NSF) requires proposers to certify that they have
a plan for creating and maintaining Safe and Inclusive Working Environment(s) for projects that include off-campus or off-site research.
The intent of this new requirement is to provide support and guidance for project team personnel/participants when they do not have readily-available access to resources that support a safe and inclusive working environment (i.e. in a remote/secluded location or vessel conducting field experiments or collecting data). If individuals continue to have such access, then no plan is needed. If the individuals are sufficiently distant from campus that access to these resources is more limited than they would be if they were on campus, then a plan is likely needed.
The plan must be tailored to the project and it must be disseminated to individuals participating in the relevant off-campus or off-site research prior to departure to the off-campus/off-site location.
Proposers should not submit the plan to NSF for review unless specifically requested in the funding opportunity.
Accordingly, for each proposal that proposes to conduct research off-campus or off site, the AOR must complete a certification that the organization has a plan in place for that proposal that describes how the following types of behavior will be addressed:
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Abuse of any person, including, but not limited to, harassment, stalking, bullying, or hazing of any kind, whether the behavior is carried out verbally, physically, electronically, or in written form; or
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Conduct that is unwelcome, offensive, indecent, obscene, or disorderly.
What the Plan Should Address
The plan should not exceed two pages and must include:
- A brief description of the field setting and unique challenges for the team.
- Steps the applicant will take to nurture an inclusive off-campus or off-site working environment, including processes to establish shared team definitions of roles, responsibilities, and culture, e.g., codes of conduct; trainings, mentor/mentee mechanisms, and field support that might include regular check-ins or developmental events.
- Communication process and procedures within the off-site team and to the organization that minimizes singular points within the communication pathways. (ex. there should not be a single person overseeing a single satellite phone). Specify if participants will have regular internet or cellphone service available, if not, describe alternative arrangements that are in place for participants to report suspected misconduct.
- The Organizational mechanisms that will be used for reporting, responding, and resolving issues of harassment should they occur.
- The plan must be uploaded into myResearch as a part of the funding proposal. The plan will not be submitted to NSF unless it is requested/required by the program solicitation.
To comply with this requirement:
- Each PI of a NSF proposal determines whether any off-campus or off-site research is involved in the proposal.
- If applicable, the PI must develop a plan, at the proposal stage, for each off-campus or off-site location. For guidance, see OSP SAI Guidance Tool. The PI must upload the plan/s into myResearch prior to the proposal submission by OSP.
- Some NSF solicitations require that proposers who include off-campus or off-site research
as part of their project submit, as supplementary documentation, a Plan for Safe and Inclusive Working Environments. See below article, NSF Pilots
Inclusion of SAI Plans in Proposal Submisssions.
- PI's need to be sure the plan is compelling, adequately addresses the unique challenges for the team, and the organizational mechanisms used for reporting, responding to, and resolving issues of harassment, should they occur, are clearly outlined.
- Plans uploaded into Research.gov, when required by NSF, are limited to 2 pages and need to follow NSF's PAPPG 23-1 standard content instructions and the additional proposal preparation instructions in the opportunity/solicitation.
- The plan should only be submitted to NSF when/if requested or required by NSF.
- If awarded, the PI disseminates the plan to each individual participating in the off-campus or off-site activities, prior to departure or involvement in those activities.
- The PI should retain documentation of who received the plan (email or sign up sheet is sufficient).
OSP Template for INTERNAL USE AND DISSEMINATION to participants
OSP has developed a Safe and Inclusive Work Environments Plan template . OSP is pleased to provide this template for SBU Investigators/PIs to be used as
a guide when creating your official SAI plan. The NSF Program Solicitation guidance
should always be followed when drafting your SAI plan for inclusion in a NSF proposal
submission.
NSF pilots inclusion of SAI PLans in Proposal submissions
Several solicitations from BIO and GEO now require the submission of a Safe and Inclusive
Work Environments Plan that will be considered as part of the Broader Impacts criteria
during the review process. Visit Safe and Inclusive Working Environments Requirements Virtual Office Hour for more information.
The solicitations that are part of the pilot effort to date are:
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- BIO core solicitations:
- Division of Environmental Biology (NSF 23-549)
- Division of Integrative Organismal Systems (NSF 23-547)
- Division of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences (NSF 23-548)
- Biodiversity on a Changing Planet (BoCP, NSF 23-542)
- Pathways into the Geosciences (GEOPAths, NSF 23-540)
- Cultural Transformation in the Geosciences Community (CTGC, NSF 23-539)
- BIO core solicitations:
For solicitations with a due date (i.e,. BoCP, GEOPaths, and CTGC), the supplementary document is required upon submission.
For solicitations without a due date (i.e., the BIO core solicitations), a date after which proposals must include the supplementary document is included in the solicitation. That date is generally 90 days after the publication of the solicitation. Prior to that date, any proposal with off-campus or off-site research must include a certification from the Authorized Organizational Representative (AOR).
Review of the SAI Plan (when required by the NSF Proposal Solicitation)
The SAI Plan is considered as part of the Broader Impacts review criterion. Reviewers
will also be asked to evaluate the following:
- Is there a compelling plan (including the procedures, trainings, and communication processes) to establish, nurture, and maintain inclusive off-campus or off-site working environment(s)?
- Does the proposed plan identify and adequately address the unique challenges for the team and the specific off-campus or off-site setting(s)?
- Are the organizational mechanisms to be used for reporting, responding to, and resolving issues of harassment, should they occur, clearly outlined?
The required submission and review of the SAI Plan is one more way that the NSF aims to broaden participation and ensure that all people engaged in science, wherever science is conducted, are safe, and that the working environment is harassment free and inclusive for all.