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Transport Phenomena (TP)

Funds the physics of moving mass, momentum, energy and heat β€” fluids, interfaces, combustion, thermal transport and wildfire behaviour.

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This programme funds fundamental research into understanding, modelling and controlling the transport of mass, momentum, energy and species across scales. NSF names where advances here land: artificial intelligence, manufacturing, biotechnology, microelectronics, energy generation and extraction, nuclear energy, and quantum science.

Projects can be experimental, theoretical or computational. They…

Transport of mass, momentum, energy and species across scales β€” single- and multiphase fluid dynamics, physicochemical phenomena at fluid and fluid-solid interfaces, thermodynamics and thermal transport including phonon and quantum thermal phenomena, and combustion including sustainable fuels and wildland fire behaviour.

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-26-366YSource: www.grants.gov