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Science of Science: Discovery, Communication and Impact

Funds research on how science itself works β€” how discoveries happen, how they are communicated, and what public value they create.

OpenNational Science FoundationUnited States

This programme studies science as a subject. Its aim is theory and knowledge about increasing the public value of scientific activity, drawing on whichever disciplines have something to say about discovery, communication and impact.

Three lines of enquiry are named. The social and structural mechanisms of scientific discovery. Theories, frameworks, models and data that improve understanding of ho…

Research advancing theory and knowledge on the public value of scientific activity β€” the social and structural mechanisms of scientific discovery, scientific communication and its outcomes, and the societal benefits of science including its role in evidence-based policy. Any level of analysis from individual to institutional.

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

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: PD-19-126YSource: www.grants.gov