About the Meeting

The 2026 NSF ERC Biennial Meeting will take place on September 28 - 30, 2026 at the Westin Alexandria Old Town in Alexandria, VA.

The ERC Biennial Meeting will provide a forum for interaction between NSF and the ERCs, as well as among the attendees from all the centers, regarding programs, policies, progress, and plans. The theme of the 2026 meeting is 40 Years of ERCs — Past, Present, and Future. 

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The meeting will feature the Perfect Pitch competition, keynote, breakout, poster, and networking sessions, and opportunities to interact directly with NSF Program Officers. ​