The CISE Research Infrastructure Program is designed to aid in the establishment, enhancement and operation of major experimental facilities planned to support all of the research areas in the CISE Directorate. It may also assist activities for integration of research and education. A primary objective of this program is to stimulate experimental work in CISE-research, as measured by increased scientific activity and increased participation in research of both faculty and graduate students.
Support is provided for equipment, software, maintenance, and appropriate technical support staff.
Only one proposal per institution will be accepted in any one year . The Office of Research Services requests preliminary proposals of no more than three to five pages, including research infrastructure description, resources allocation, management structure, project costs and cost-sharing plans. In addition, include an abbreviated c.v. of no more than 2 pages for the PI and other faculty directly involved in the research facility. Substantial cost-sharing is required and it is important to note that this will be the responsibility of the college or school or center. Cost-sharing must be detailed in the preliminary proposal .