The National Science Foundation Major Research Instrumentation Program (MRI) provides organizations with opportunities to acquire major instrumentation that supports research and research training goals. Please read the full solicitation (NSF 23-519) before applying for the internal competition.
Limit Per University – Two submissions in Track 1, one submission in Track 2, and one submission in Track 3
- Track 1: funds requested from NSF greater than or equal to $100,000 and less than $1,400,000
- Track 2: funds requested from NSF greater than or equal to $1,400,000 up to and including $4,000,000
- Track 3: funds proposal requests that include the acquisition, development, installation, operation, and maintenance of equipment and instrumentation to reduce consumption of helium.
MRI Timeline
- Internal Deadline: May 29
- Internal Review: Coordinated by the Office of Research, for tracks with more than allotted submissions.
- Notification: June 12
- Submission: Faculty will work with their research administrators to complete the agency submission and follow standard eRex procedures to submit through WSU.
- Agency Deadline: November 15
Resources for Applicants
Contact
Questions? Contact the Office of Research at or.orap.servicedesk@wsu.edu.