Division
of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences
The Division
of Molecular and Cellular Biosciences (MCB) supports research and
related activities that contribute to a fundamental understanding
of life processes at the molecular, subcellular, and cellular levels.
Investigator-initiated
research proposals are considered in the following clusters: Biomolecular
Systems, Cellular Systems, and Genes and Genome Systems. Programs
in MCB also support fundamental studies leading to technological
innovation, proposals with substantial computational components,
and multidisciplinary and small group research. MCB programs particularly
encourage submission of proposals involving microbial biology, plant
biology, theoretical and computational aspects of molecular and
cellular studies, and molecular evolution. Genomic approaches are
encouraged in all areas. The Division also coordinates a special
BIO-wide competition for Microbial
Observatories and Microbial Interactions and Processes. In addition,
the Division supports a variety of NSF-wide activities including
Biocomplexity in the Environment, Information Technology Research,
Science and Technology at the Nano-scale, and Foundation-wide activities
designed to promote integration of research and education such as
CAREER, and RUI. The Division also considers proposals for limited
support of special meetings and workshops.
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