National Science Foundation: Information for Principal Investigators working with Tribal Nations

Principal investigators seeking to conduct research involving Tribal Nation resources and interests should be aware of NSF’s Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) (NSF 24-1) Chapter II.E.10, Seeking and Obtaining Tribal Nation Approval for Proposals that May Impact Tribal Resources or Interests. Projects that do not have prior written approval from the official(s) designated by the relevant Tribal Nation(s) will not be awarded by NSF.

Frequently Asked Questions

For additional information from NSF, see “Supporting Tribal Nations in STEM.” 

For additional information from Idaho State University, contact or@isu.edu.