NSF funding refers to financial support provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to researchers and institutions in various areas of science and engineering. The NSF is a government agency in the United States that funds research projects, fellowships, and other initiatives to advance knowledge and innovation in fields such as biology, chemistry, physics, engineering, social sciences, and more. Researchers can apply for funding through competitive grant programs that support individual research projects, collaborative research centers, and other activities that align with the NSF's mission to promote the progress of science. The NSF funding process typically involves peer review of grant proposals to ensure quality and relevance to the scientific community.