OIBR now accepting seed grant proposals

The Owens Institute for Behavioral Research is seeking applications for faculty seed grant projects in the areas of social and behavioral science. All faculty in the social and behavioral sciences are encouraged to apply, but the institute will give preference to proposals from faculty who are fellows, affiliates, or grantsmanship development program participants. In line with the mission of the institute, projects must demonstrate a commitment to interdisciplinary research and, as outlined in the program announcement, lead to a full grant proposal submitted through the Owenst Institute for Behavioral Research.

Download application instructions and details regarding the review process, as well as the seed grant submission form. Please note all completed applications are due on Sept. 28 and must be emailed to assistant director Kimberly Cherewick. Questions about allowable expenses not referenced on the instructions, or any other facet of the seed grant program, should be emailed to

Phaedra Corso

, associate director.