The U.S. National Science Foundation is an independent federal agency that supports science and engineering in all 50 states and U.S. territories. NSF was established in 1950 by Congress to promote the progress of science, advance the national health, prosperity and welfare, and secure the national defense.
The Innovations in Graduate Education (IGE) Program aims to foster novel approaches to STEM graduate training. It encourages proposals that support graduate students in developing essential skills for STEM careers or that research graduate education systems and the impact of interventions. IGE projects should pilot and validate innovative models and systemic innovations, contributing to the knowledge base on effective graduate education strategies. The program underlines the significance of workforce development and capacity-building within graduate education, advocating strategic collaborations across various sectors. Funding details include IGE Track 1 Awards, with 6 to 10 expected in FY 2024, offering up to three years of support with a budget between $300,000 and $500,000, and IGE Track 2 Awards, with 6 to 12 anticipated in FY 2024, providing up to five years of support with a budget up to $1,000,000.