Program Description
The Office of Science Graduate Student Research program provides supplemental funds for graduate awardees to conduct part of their thesis research at a host DOE laboratory or facility in collaboration with a DOE laboratory scientist within a defined award period. Collaborating DOE laboratory scientists may be from any of the participating DOE national laboratories or facilities.
The award period for the proposed research project at DOE laboratories/facilities may range from 3 to 12 consecutive months.
Eligibility
- Minimum age and U.S. citizenship or permanent residency
- Academic status
- Enrollment in a qualified graduate program
- Graduate research aligned with DOE Office of Science Research Programs
- Establishment of a collaborating DOE laboratory scientist
Application Procedure
- Online application
- SCGSR research proposal
- Official graduate transcripts
- Proof of Ph.D. candidacy
- Two letters of support
Deliverables
- Written research report
Key Dates
Application Period
August 13, 2025 – November 5, 2025
Acceptance Date
April 1 – 17, 2026
Flexible Start Dates
Earliest Start Date: June 8, 2026
Latest Start Date: October 5, 2026
Application is Open
Fill out the online application, and be prepared to present any other application requirements.
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