Amendment 70: New Opportunity: D.4 Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics Networks

ROSES-25 program element D.4 Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics Networks (TCAN) supports coordinated efforts in fundamental theory and computational techniques to make advances in astrophysics that extend beyond the scope of individual investigator projects. The goals of the TCAN program include strengthening theoretical and computational astrophysics in the United States by uniting…

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Amendment 70: New Opportunity: D.4 Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics Networks

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