Office of International Science and Engineering

To enable the U.S. to maintain its leadership within the global scientific community by strengthening international partnerships to advance scientific discovery and contribute to the scientific strength and welfare of the Nation; to promote research excellence through international collaboration; to develop a diverse, globally engaged U.S. science and engineering workforce by providing U.S. students and faculty with international research and education experiences. The research supported is basic in character. OISE programs includes support of international research and education projects that are innovative and catalytic. OISE programs complement and enhance the Foundation's research and education portfolio to overcome barriers involved in international collaboration. Grants are made in all the disciplinary fields supported by NSF. Support is provided for international collaborative…