Geometric Analysis

The Geometric Analysis program is offered by the Division of Mathematical Sciences (DMS) within the Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) at the National Science Foundation (NSF), a federal agency of the United States government. The NSF supports fundamental research and education across all fields of science and engineering. This particular program focuses on advancing mathematical knowledge in the field of geometric analysis, emphasizing the importance of geometric and analytical methods in theoretical and applied mathematics. The primary objective of the Geometric Analysis program is to support research in areas such as differential geometry, global analysis, symplectic geometry, geometric group theory, and geometric data analysis. Additionally, it funds studies related to the geometry of convex sets, complex and integral geometries, information geometry, and the use of geometric tools in modern mathematical physics. These areas of focus highlight the program's commitment to exploring the interplay between geometry and analysis, particularly where geometric methods intersect with partial differential equations and variational principles. Funding under this program is available not only for research projects but also for conferences, workshops, and educational events like summer and winter schools. Proposals for such activities must be submitted under the appropriate proposal type ("Conference" or "Travel") through research.gov using the program code PD 22-1265. Smaller proposals with budgets under $50,000 should be submitted at least six months before the event, while larger requests exceeding $50,000 must be submitted at least eight months in advance. Submission windows for these proposals are open from September 1 to September 30 and from April 1 to April 30 each year. The next target date for full proposal submissions is November 4, 2025, and this deadline recurs annually on the first Tuesday in November. Proposals must comply with the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) or the NSF Grants.gov Application Guide, depending on the submission platform. Applicants are advised to review these guides carefully to ensure that all proposal requirements are met, as compliance is mandatory regardless of when the proposal is submitted. Eligibility for this grant includes researchers affiliated with academic and research institutions, and proposals are evaluated based on their intellectual merit and broader impacts. For further information, applicants may contact the program directors: Swatee Naik (snaik@nsf.gov, 703-292-4876), Eriko Hironaka (ehironak@nsf.gov, 703-292-7041), Qun Li (qli@nsf.gov, 703-292-7465), and Paulo M. Lima-Filho (plimafil@nsf.gov, 703-292-7972). These individuals are part of the DMS team and can provide guidance on proposal preparation and submission.