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Rhode Island NSF EPSCoR Launches First Cohort of Transdisciplinary Seed Grants

The Rhode Island Network for Excellence in Science & Technology (RI-NEST) announced its first-ever cohort of Seed Grants, providing up to $70K each to support innovative research at institutions of higher education across Rhode Island.

The Rhode Island Network for Excellence in Science & Technology (RI-NEST) announced its first-ever cohort of Seed Grants, providing up to $70K in funding to support innovative research at institutions of higher education across the state.

Funded through the U.S. National Science Foundation, RI-NEST is an $8 million initiative over four years that will strengthen research infrastructure and capacity in Rhode Island and position the state to develop transdisciplinary, use-inspired research, as well as societal and economic growth into the future.

National coordination, local impact.

EPSCoR and IDeA programs operate in 25 states and 3 territories. Each state has a dedicated program office coordinating research investments, workforce development, and federal partnerships.

Rhode Island NSF EPSCoR Launches First Cohort of Transdisciplinary Seed Grants — EPSCoR/IDeA Coalition