NSF announces new initiative to launch and scale a new generation of transformative independent research organizations to advance breakthrough science | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation

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View image credit NSF News NSF announces new initiative to launch and scale a new generation of transformative independent research organizations to advance breakthrough science NSF invites feedback on its Tech Labs Initiative — a program designed to fund research teams outside of traditional academic institutions — through a request for information. December 12, 2025 The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (NSF TIP) on Friday announced the launch of a new initiative designed to launch and scale a new generation of independent research organ

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