👉 The Near Project is an initiative by the National Science Foundation (NSF) aimed at fostering interdisciplinary research and innovation in areas with significant societal impact but limited funding. It focuses on projects that bridge gaps between academia, industry, and government to address complex challenges in fields such as health, energy, environment, and technology. By providing grants that encourage collaboration across disciplines, the Near Project seeks to accelerate the translation of scientific discoveries into practical applications and solutions that can benefit communities and industries worldwide.
