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Plasma Physics

Funds the physics of plasma — magnetised, high energy density, low temperature, dusty and ultra-cold — with 25 awards expected.

OpenNational Science FoundationUnited States

Plasma physics studies matter whose behaviour is governed by the collective interaction of large numbers of free charged particles. NSF's framing puts the scale of the subject plainly: 99.9% of the visible universe is thought to be plasma.

The sub-areas the programme supports overlap and are listed as such: magnetised plasmas in the laboratory, in space and in astrophysical environments; high ene

Fundamental principles governing plasma behaviour through collective interaction of free charged particles — magnetised plasmas in laboratory, space and astrophysical settings, high energy density plasmas, low temperature plasmas, dusty, ultra-cold and strongly coupled plasmas, non-neutral plasmas, and intense field-matter interaction.

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.16 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.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.

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Last verified: 25 Aug 2026Funder reference: PD-23-1242Source: www.grants.gov