NASA is pleased to announce that proposals for the Research Initiation Award (RIA) Solicitation (Appendix F.17) are now being accepted. Proposals for this solicitation are due Aug. 18, 2026 and information concerning the proposal process is located on the RIA solicitation page on NASA NSPIRES.
The RIA program is inviting proposals from principal investigators (PIs) with no prior or recent federal funding and who are at a non-R1 institution. RIA is a unique opportunity that seeks to build research capacity, mentor the next generation of scientists, and expand participation in NASA science.
NASA will host an informational Proposer’s Webinar on June 16, 2026, from 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET. This informational meeting will be held virtually and is open to all potential proposers to the ROSES25 RIA Program.
To participate in the webinar, please register here.
The telecon will be recorded and the recording and presentation slides will be posted on the RIA solicitation page on NASA NSPIRES.
NASA RIA Contact Information: [email protected]