ROSES 2024: A.52 Advanced Component Technology

The ROSES 2024 Advanced Component Technology (ACT) program, managed by NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD), invites proposals under its omnibus Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) 2024 solicitation. This specific opportunity focuses on advancing component technology in support of NASA’s scientific and exploratory missions. The funding opportunity is open to a wide range of organizations, including governmental, private, for-profit, not-for-profit, domestic, and foreign entities, with specific guidelines for non-U.S. organizations. Awards will primarily be in the form of grants, though cooperative agreements and other instruments may also apply based on the nature of the proposal. The program's objective is to support research and technology development that aligns with NASA’s goals in space and Earth sciences. This includes advancing basic and applied science to develop components critical to NASA missions. The typical award period is three years, though this may vary between programs. Specific focus areas and deadlines for individual program elements are detailed in appendices, categorized by scientific discipline, such as Earth Science (Appendix A) and Heliophysics (Appendix B). Applicants are encouraged to submit Notices of Intent (NOIs) by March 11, 2025, though this is optional. Final proposals are due by May 1, 2025. Submission requires adherence to NASA's NSPIRES platform guidelines, with at least one mandatory form attached to the proposal package. Detailed instructions and necessary documents are accessible via NSPIRES, along with individual program element descriptions and submission rules. Applicants should consult the ROSES Summary of Solicitation and associated appendices for specific requirements. Funding under this opportunity does not require cost-sharing or matching contributions. NASA typically funds U.S. institutions but allows proposals from foreign organizations under a no-exchange-of-funds policy. Special guidelines are in place for joint proposals with non-U.S. organizations and for U.S. personnel seeking NASA support. Evaluation criteria include the scientific merit of the proposal, alignment with NASA’s mission goals, and the feasibility of the proposed approach. Applicants are advised to thoroughly review program-specific requirements, FAQs, and points of contact available on NASA’s research website. Queries regarding general policies may be directed to Max Bernstein at sara@nasa.gov, while technical questions should be addressed to program-specific contacts. Prospective applicants should remain updated on amendments, clarifications, or new elements by subscribing to SMD mailing lists, the ROSES-2024 blog feed, and Google calendars for due dates. The full announcement, along with submission tables and supplementary resources, is available on the NSPIRES platform.