Directorate for Engineering | Electrical, Communications and Computing Systems

The U.S. National Science Foundation Directorate for Engineering (NSF ENG) invests in fundamental engineering research and education to drive advances in future computing, wireless, microelectronics, semiconductors and quantum technologies. These investments lead to new capabilities in computing and communications, spur emerging and critical technologies, and strengthen the nation's competitiveness, while advancing artificial intelligence and quantum systems. They help prepare students across the U.S. to lead at the forefront of computer engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering and other fields. **What we support** NSF ENG investments in electrical, communications and computing systems research expand what's possible through engineering and address national needs. Advances in fundamental engineering are essential for quantum computing, sensing and networks; secure and reliable energy and power; and high-performance, low-energy devices for extreme conditions. Learn about some of our areas of interest: **Areas of interest** - [Advanced materials](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/materials) - [Artificial intelligence](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/ai) - [Communications and wireless](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/communications-wireless) - [Education and training](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/education) - [Energy technology](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/energy) - [Quantum information science and technology](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/quantum) - [Robotics](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/robotics) - [Semiconductors and microelectronics](https://www.nsf.gov/focus-areas/semiconductors)