NSF MRI Pre-Proposal Submission Form

Welcome to the NSF Major Research Instrumentation (MRI) Pre-Proposal Submission Form for the Photonics Center. This form is designed to gather essential information about your proposed instrumentation project, aiming to enhance our center's research and educational capabilities. The information provided will help us determine the feasibility, impact, and alignment of your proposal with the NSF MRI program objectives. We encourage detailed and thoughtful responses to ensure a comprehensive evaluation of each submission. Please limit your answers to one paragraph at maximum.

Part 1: Applicant and Project Information

Name

First Last

Department

Position/Title

Project Title

Part 2: Instrumentation Details

Description of Proposed Instrument

Provide a brief description, including technical specifications and capabilities of the instrument.

Justification for Instrumentation Need

Explain the scientific need for the instrument and the gap it will fill in the current research infrastructure.

Estimated Cost

Price: $0.00

Have You Received a Quote from a Vendor?

Yes

Part 3: Impact and Accessibility

Research Enhancement

Describe how the instrument will enhance the research capabilities of the institution.

Educational Impact

Detail the impact on educational activities, including undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral training.

Part 4: Usage and Collaboration

Primary Users

List the primary users.

Collaborative Potential

Describe any potential collaborations that might be enhanced or initiated by access to this instrument.

Part 5: Additional Information

Supporting Documents

Max. file size: 100 MB.

Quotes, Letters of Support, etc.