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U.S. National Science Foundation State and Regional Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Hubs

Funds the coordination of state and regional AI compute consortia — but the consortium pays for the computers, not NSF.

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This programme responds to a simple shortage: researchers need far more computing power for AI-driven science than most institutions can provide. Its answer is a hub — a flexible state or regional consortium of state and local governments, research institutions, philanthropies and private companies — that pools resources into shared AI compute.

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State or regional consortia expanding researcher access to AI compute infrastructure, with NSF funding the consortium's coordination, AI infrastructure workforce development, and faculty training and coursework in using AI for science.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.4 Nov 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.26 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Cooperative agreement
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.$100M

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: 26-513Source: www.grants.gov