NSF: Expanding Capacity in Quantum Information Science and Engineering (ExpandQISE) TRACK 2 NSF 22-561

This solicitation...aims to increase research capacity and broaden participation in Quantum Information Science and Engineering (QISE) and related disciplines through the creation of a diversified investment portfolio in research and education that will lead to scientific and engineering breakthroughs, while securing a talent pipeline in a field where workforce needs of industry, government and academia continue to outgrow the available talent.

USC may send only two TRACK 2 applications to this solicitation. Your application submission MUST be coordinated with the Office of the Vice President for Research. Please send a two page abstract via email to Richard White (whitejrw@mailbox.sc.edu) by March 16, 2022.. In addition to the 2-page abstract, you should also submit a biosketch for the PI.

NSF indicates that a Letter of Intent is NOT REQUIRED and a full proposal is due by May 6, 2022. For more information: https://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2022/nsf22561/nsf22561.htm