Directorate for Engineering

The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Engineering (ENG) transforms the world for a better tomorrow by driving discovery, inspiring innovation, enriching education and accelerating access. ENG supports the NSF mission by enabling U.S. leadership in engineering and cutting-edge technologies by - Investing in transformative engineering approaches and research infrastructure that address national challenges. Learn about [**ENG's research priorities**](https://www.nsf.gov/eng/about#what-we-support-7c3). - Expanding educational opportunities and supporting the creation of a highly-skilled engineering workforce. See how ENG develops the [**future engineering workforce**](https://www.nsf.gov/eng/workforce-development "Building the Engineering Workforce"). - Catalyzing strategic partnerships to build research capacity and strengthen the nation's innovation ecosystem. Explore [**partnership opportunities**](https://www.nsf.gov/eng/partnerships "Partnerships to Accelerate Technological Development").