The New Frontiers Data Analysis Program (NFDAP) is part of NASA’s Research Opportunities in Space and Earth Sciences (ROSES) – 2025 initiative. This funding opportunity supports scientific investigations that analyze data from NASA’s New Frontiers missions, contributing to planetary science research. The program aims to enhance the scientific return of New Frontiers mission data, advancing understanding of planetary bodies and processes.

Eligible applicants must be affiliated with institutions registered with NSPIRES (NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System). While U.S. institutions are the primary recipients of funding, non-U.S. organizations may participate under specific conditions outlined in the NASA Proposer’s Guide. The application process involves a two-step submission, with a mandatory Step-1 proposal due before the full Step-2 proposal.