NSF-DFG US-German Lead Agency Activity in Chemistry, Process Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics

National Science Foundation (NSF) and Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG)

This Lead Agency Procedure allows US and German researchers to submit a single collaborative proposal for funding that undergoes a single review process, while each funding organization maintains budgetary control over its awards. The opportunity covers research in chemistry, process engineering, fluid mechanics, and thermodynamics.

Who can apply

Researchers in Germany and the US must comply with the respective agency's eligibility criteria. Proposals must have a research focus that falls within the scope of a participating division/programme at both DFG and NSF. The duty to cooperate applies within Germany for members of non-university institutions.

Key contacts

Sachin Velankar
NSF/CBET contact
[email protected] +1 703-292-2894
Sebastian Peukert
DFG/ING 1 contact
[email protected] +49 (228) 885-2834

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Eligibility criteria

Prospective investigators must discuss within their research team where the largest proportion of research lies and agree on a Lead Agency (either DFG or NSF).
Proposals must have a research focus relevant to DFG's subject areas: 3.11–3.17 Chemistry, 4.21 Process Engineering Technical Chemistry, 4.22 Fluid Mechanics Technical Thermodynamics and Thermal Energy Engineering.
US researchers should review the CHE and CBET programme descriptions for research supported through these NSF divisions.
Proposals must provide a clear rationale for the need for a US-German collaboration, including the unique expertise and synergy that the collaborating groups will bring to the project.
Researchers in Germany and the US must comply with the respective agency's eligibility criteria, including the duty to cooperate within Germany for members of non-university institutions.

NSF-DFG US-German Lead Agency Activity in Chemistry, Process Engineering, Fluid Mechanics and Thermodynamics

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