As part of its contribution to the National Earthquake Hazard Reduction Program, the National Science Foundation's Division of Earth Sciences invites research proposals directed toward basic understanding of earthquake processes. This basic understanding is the necessary foundation for the intelligent application of earthquake hazard reduction measures, which will always be resource-limited. Major developments in earthquake source theory, instrumentation, and the identification of future earthquake sites have been effective in increasing our understanding of the dynamics of the earth as well as significantly reducing earthquake hazards. However, much remains to be done.

Proposals will be considered from qualified scientists in every aspect of Fundamental Earthquake Studies. This is a standing program announcement that will remain in effect until cancelled.