Pre-Proposals for Major Research Grants

South Dakota can submit one full proposal to NASA for the FY2022 NASA EPSCoR Major Research Grant competition (NASA FY2022 Research CAN). These awards are made by NASA on a competitive basis and provide $750,000 (NASA funds) over a three-year period. Past awards require 50% ($375,000) cost-sharing with non-federal funds. Proposals must involve at least two South Dakota universities and demonstrate a strong connection with NASA scientists or engineers in the form of one or more support letters. The FY2021 RFP also includes valuable information on NASA research priorities and NASA research contacts.