The U.S. National Science Foundation is an independent federal agency that supports science and engineering in all 50 states and U.S. territories. NSF was established in 1950 by Congress to promote the progress of science, advance the national health, prosperity and welfare, and secure the national defense.
The Mind, Machine and Motor Nexus (M3X) program is dedicated to fostering fundamental research that explores the intricate relationships and integration between the human mind, motor functions, and machines. Its objectives are to holistically understand cognition and embodied interactions within both human and mechanical systems, emphasizing the mutual influence between mind, motor function, and machine manipulation. M3X encourages the development of theories and models that connect insights from diverse fields such as systems science, engineering, cognitive sciences, and computing. The program emphasizes methodological innovation, interdisciplinary integration, and the exploration of new and emerging areas, excluding projects that are purely artificial intelligence or machine learning-focused without integrating physical considerations fundamentally.