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The National Science Foundation Act of 1950 (Public Law 81-507) sets forth our mission: To promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; and to secure the national defense.

NSF’s Strategic Plan 2006-2011 defines our vision: Advancing discovery, innovation, and education beyond the frontiers of current knowledge, and empowering future generations in science and engineering.

The National Science Foundation is the only federal agency dedicated to the support of basic research and education across all fields of science and engineering. We explore the frontiers of scientific knowledge and extend the reach of engineering by encouraging, identifying, and funding the best ideas and most promising people. The high-risk, potentially transformative investments we make generate important discoveries and new technology, create and train a dynamic workforce, and spark the curiosity and creativity of millions. Our investments in research and education help ensure that our Nation remains globally competitive, prosperous, and secure.

NSF’s FY 2010 Budget Request is $7.045 billion, an increase of $555 million (8.5 percent) over the 2009 plan. In addition, since investments in science and technology foster economic growth and create hightech, high-wage jobs, NSF received a one-time appropriation of $3.0 billion from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, raising its overall FY 2009 appropriation to $9.49 billion.

 

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