Supports genome-scale plant research addressing fundamental biological, societal, and economic questions. Funds innovative tools and technologies that enable functional plant genomics. Emphasizes creativity, data accessibility, integration, and training. Two tracks: research on fundamental biology and technology breakthroughs for plant genomics.
Eligible applicants include U.S.-based non-profit, non-academic organizations associated with research or education, and accredited U.S. institutions of higher education acting for their faculty. Special instructions apply for international branch campuses of U.S. institutions.