NSF-DFG Lead Agency Opportunity in Chemistry and Chemical Process and Transport Systems

The NSF-DFG Lead Agency Opportunity facilitates collaborative research between US and German researchers in Chemistry and Chemical Process and Transport Systems. This opportunity reduces barriers to international collaboration by allowing US and German research teams to submit a single collaborative proposal that undergoes a single review process, while funding organizations maintain budgetary control over their awards. The goal is to enhance opportunities for collaborative activities between US and German research communities under a Memorandum of Understanding between NSF and DFG. Proposals eligible for funding must have a research focus within the scope of participating divisions at both NSF (Division of Chemistry and Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental and Transport Systems) and DFG (Divisions of Physics and Chemistry and Engineering Sciences 1). Proposals must provide a clear rationale for the need for US-German collaboration, including the unique expertise and synergy that the collaborating groups will bring to the project. The lead agency (either NSF or DFG) is determined by where the largest proportion of research lies, and the results of the review process are shared among the appropriate divisions before making final recommendations.