Physics Panel Renewal Passes Without Any Drama
Published Date: 5/29/2026
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Summary
The National Science Foundation is renewing its Proposal Review Panel for Physics for another two years starting June 26, 2026. This committee, made up of about 360 experts, helps decide how to spend nearly $118 million on physics research grants. The renewal keeps the science flowing smoothly with a budget of around $233,000 and supports fair, expert review of important physics projects.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
NSF Physics Grants Continued
The NSF renewed the Proposal Review Panel for Physics effective June 26, 2026, for two years. The panel is expected to recommend $118,483,900 in physics research grants during the fiscal year.
Panel Member Payments and Size
The renewed committee has a proposed annual budget of $232,600, including proposed payments to members totaling $200,985 and a proposed membership of 360. The budget also lists 4.2 full-time equivalent federal personnel and $30,024 in reimbursable costs.
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