This program funds early career investigators conducting research in Earth Science as part of NASA's ROSES-2025 solicitation. It supports a wide range of basic and applied research activities with awards typically spanning three years. Applicants must submit a mandatory Notice of Intent by May 18, 2026, and proposals by June 17, 2026. NASA will host virtual informational sessions to assist applicants. Proposals are submitted via NSPIRES or Grants.gov if requested in advance.
Eligibility is broadly open to various organization types including government, private, for-profit, and non-profit entities, domestic and foreign, with some caveats. Specific eligibility details are provided in the program element text and additional information sections.