; (D) design curricula that address the growing organizational management and information technology needs of the election community; and (E) foster collaboration among academic researchers, private sector vendors of election technology, and State and local election officials. (4) Requirements (A) In general An institution of higher education or an eligible nonprofit organization (or a consortium thereof) seeking funding under this subsection shall submit an application to the Director of the National Science Foundation at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Director may require. (B) Applications Each application under subparagraph (A) shall include a description of— (i) how the center established with a grant awarded under this subsection will work with other research institutions, industry partners, and State and local election officials to identify research needs and leverage the expertise of election practitioners