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 Mathematical Sciences Infrastructure Program aims to ensure the vitality of the mathematical sciences research community and complements the Workforce Program by increasing the number of U.S.-based individuals pursuing mathematical sciences careers. The program supports: