This monthly round-up features funding opportunities compiled by the Research Development team in the Office of Research. For a more comprehensive listing of opportunities, we encourage researchers to use the Pivot-RP database.

Questions or feedback? Email research@bu.edu.

Grant Spotlight

The Jacobs Foundation Learning Variability Network Exchange (LEVANTE) (8/19)

The Jacobs Foundation’s global programs aim to advance evidence-based practices in education, with a particular focus on how individual differences impact children’s learning. As part of this effort, the Foundation’s global research network, LEVANTE, is currently accepting proposals in two categories — small and large projects — that focus on developing children within the 2-12 age range over a four year period. Interested applicants should submit a stage one initial application by Tuesday, August 19.

Limited Submissions

STEM

The Greenwall Foundation Faculty Scholars Program in Bioethics (8/4)

50% salary and benefits for three years to support early-career faculty focusing on innovative bioethics research. Apply by Monday, August 4 via InfoReady Review.

STEM

Sloan Foundation Research Fellowship (8/8)

$75k for a two-year fellowship supporting outstanding early-career faculty across the sciences. Submit nominations by Friday, August 8 via InfoReady Review.

Limited submissions are funding opportunities that limit the number of applications an institution may put forward. Faculty may not apply directly for an opportunity without institutional endorsement. All current competitions can be found at bu.infoready4.com.

Other Upcoming Deadlines

GRANTS – STEM
GRANTS – MEDICINE & RELATED
GRANTS – HUMANITIES, ARTS, AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
GRANTS – DOCTORAL & POSTDOCTORAL
NOMINATION OPPORTUNITIES

Reach out to the Foundation Relations team member for your academic unit and Industry Engagement for support with foundation and industry opportunities, respectively. All proposals for external funding must be submitted to Sponsored Programs at least five business days before the sponsor deadline. 

Events & Updates

MEET THE FUNDED: Securing Graduate Student Funding (8/7)

Beyond financial assistance necessary to complete thesis research, applying for grants can offer valuable experience in proposal writing, greater research flexibility, and professional recognition for graduate students.

On Thursday, August 7 at 12 pm, join Foundation Relations to learn more about navigating the grant application process. During this virtual event, a panel of advanced graduate students from across BU programs will share their experiences securing funding. Learn more and RSVP on the Office of Research website.

Lab eN2 Program at BU

Boston University has recently partnered with Novo Nordisk and Evotec International to launch Lab eN2. The new program aims to identify and accelerate innovative drug technologies across various areas of therapeutic interest, including: diabetes, obesity, chronic diseases, rare diseases, and novel platform technologies. To learn more about the program, please reach out to Industry Engagement.

Resources

Information & Updates on Federal Actions

The Office of Research has created a page of resources, updates, and frequently asked questions about the latest developments impacting federal funding. As of now, research should continue as planned. The University will continue to monitor and share information relevant to researchers on that webpage. If you have specific questions, the Sponsored Programs office (ospera@bu.edu) remains the best point of contact for award-specific questions.

Foundation Funding Tables

BU Foundation Relations now compiles foundation grants by category, including neuroscience; education; diversity, equity, and inclusion; environment and sustainability; biomedical and life sciences; and more.

Federal Grant Opportunities

BU Federal Relations has curated primers of federal grant opportunities on their website, including programs supporting international collaborations, equipment and infrastructure, and behavioral and social sciences, arts, and humanities (Kerberos login required).

BU Proposal Library

The Office of Research curates a proposal library, organized by funder and grant component, as a resource for researchers preparing grant applications. We are currently seeking successful faculty proposals to the following funders:

  • Carnegie Corporation
  • Ford Foundation
  • Gates Foundation
  • Schmidt Futures
  • Simons Foundation
  • Spencer Foundation

We are also looking to add successful PhD and postdoc proposals for any grant. Please send your proposals to research@bu.edu.

Pivot-RP Database

BU offers all faculty and staff a free subscription to Pivot-RP, a database updated daily with a wide variety of federal, non-federal, foundation, and private funding opportunities in every discipline. With the BU subscription, members can save search criteria and receive weekly updates on new and upcoming funding opportunities. Learn how to set up your account to get started on the Office of Research website.

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