Frequently Asked Questions for Solicitation NSF 13-510 Division of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences: Investigator-initiated research projects

NSF has posted an FAQ on the solicitation for investigator initiated proposals.  

CHANGES IN THE SOLICITATION

1. What are the major changes in this revision?

MCB has made changes in its solicitation for receiving investigator-initiated regular research proposals to clarify the description of research programs and to streamline review of interdisciplinary proposals.

• The Division Description is modified to emphasize interdisciplinary, quantitative, and predictive research and the development of resources and methods for such research.
• Names of three clusters and descriptions of all clusters are revised to clarify the cluster scope for accepting proposals and priorities for funding.
• Starting in November 2013, the Division will have one deadline per year for accepting proposals in response to this solicitation.
• The limit on the number of proposals that can be submitted per investigator (as PI or Co-PI) is removed.

2. How can I communicate my comments about the changes in this solicitation?

Please email your comments to Parag R. Chitnis, Division Director, MCB at pchitnis@nsf.gov . MCB wants to hear about your experiences, opinions, suggestions for improvements, and other comments about the changes in this solicitation.

3. What is the timeline for the new process?

These changes in MCB practices are effective at the time of publication of the new solicitation.

4. When is the next submission date?

January 30, 2013

for complete FAQ:   http://www.nsf.gov/pubs/2013/nsf13012/nsf13012.jsp