The Catalysis program offers your business a unique chance to lead transformative research in catalytic engineering. This funding supports innovative projects that can generate cleaner fuels, improve recycling processes, and tackle pollution. By applying, you're not just gaining financial backing; you're contributing to solutions that can benefit society as a whole.

You'll enjoy flexibility in pursuing your research interests, as there are no rigid qualifications about revenue or employee count. This means you can focus on what truly matters without the financial burdens that often hold businesses back. With support for up to three years and no repayment requirement, you have the freedom to explore advanced catalyst technologies that can shape the future.

Applying is straightforward, and the absence of strict eligibility criteria means that many businesses, just like yours, can take advantage of this funding. Maximize your potential with a program designed to support impactful discoveries while contributing to meaningful advancements in your industry.

The financing provided is primarily grants. This means you will receive funds that do not need to be repaid, making it an excellent opportunity for your business to receive financial support without the burden of debt.

Repayment Terms and Interest Rates:
Since this is a grant, there are no repayment terms or interest rates involved. You can focus on utilizing the funds for your project without worrying about monthly payments or accruing interest.

Eligible Expenses:
The grant funds can be used for a variety of expenses related to the research and development of catalysts and catalytic reactions. This includes:

• Labor costs (e.g., salaries for researchers)
• Materials and supplies for experiments
• Equipment and technology necessary for your research

• Travel costs related to collaboration and presentation of findings

  Ineligible Expenses:
  The grant funds cannot be used for personal expenses, general operating costs not related to the project, or expenses related to non-compliance with proposal guidelines.

Fees:
There are no application fees associated with this grant program. Your focus should remain on your project and its objectives, without any hidden costs.

• Location: Available across the country.
• Sectors: Open to all sectors.
• Legal Structure: All legal structures qualify.
• Profit Structure: All profit structures qualify.
• Employees: No minimum or maximum number of employees required.
• Revenue: No minimum or maximum revenue qualifications.

Disqualifications:

• Proposals focusing on:

  • Molecular or homogeneous catalysis
  • Surface science of catalysis
  • Photo redox catalysis
  • Catalytic organic synthesis reactions
  • Fine chemical synthesis and pharmaceutical applications of catalysis

• Proposals focused on biocatalytic processes, including enzyme engineering and cellular processes, should not apply here.

• Proposals on reaction engineering aspects of catalytic processes should apply to a different program.

• Innovative proposals outside the specific interest areas are accepted, but must be discussed with the program director prior to submission.

The program focuses on enhancing catalytic engineering, aiming to develop catalysts that can positively impact society. This means you have a chance to access funding that supports innovative research in areas like energy, environmental solutions, and materials development. Your projects could help create cleaner fuels, improve recycling processes, or convert waste into valuable products.

You will benefit from financial support designed for a variety of sectors. The funding enables your business to explore advanced catalyst technologies without rigid qualifications concerning revenue or employee count. This flexibility ensures that you can pursue your research interests, from creating sustainable energy solutions to tackling pollution, without the financial burden holding you back.

The program is structured so that you can focus on impactful discoveries for up to three years. While there isn't a payback requirement, the goal is for your research to contribute widely to industries and communities, making it not just an investment in your business, but a step towards wider societal benefits.