the activities relating to the following: (1) Development or expansion of research programs in disciplines and focus areas specified in subsection (d)(2). (2) Faculty recruitment and professional development in disciplines and focus areas specified in subsection (d)(2). (3) Bridge programs focused on preparing post-baccalaureate students for graduate programs in quantum information science, engineering, and technology. (4) To build research capacity and infrastructure at an eligible institution in disciplines and focus areas specified in subsection (d)(2). (5) An assessment of capacity-building and research infrastructure needs identified in subsection (d)(2). (6) Administrative research development support. (7) Other activities necessary to build research capacity in quantum information science, engineering, and technology. (f) Additional considerations In making awards under this section, the Director of the National Science Foundation may also consider the following: (1) The extent to which the eligible applicant will support students from diverse backgrounds, including first-generation undergraduate students. (2) The geographic and institutional diversity of eligible applicants. (3) How the eligible applicant can leverage public-private partnerships and existing research partnerships with Federal agencies. (g) Duplication The Director of the National Science Foundation shall ensure awards made under this section are complimentary to and not duplicative of existing programs.