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HBCU-led Research Study is sponsored by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in partnership with the National Science Foundation (NSF). This program supports research teams at HBCUs focusing on innovation-related topics. The selected team of researchers will receive a $16,000 grant to apply towards their research on innovation.
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HBCU-led Research Study — HBCU Making and Innovation Initiative HBCU-LED INNOVATION RESEARCH STUDY The Historically Black Colleges & Universities Undergraduate Program (HBCU-UP) led by The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in partnership with The National Science Foundation (NSF) launched the inaugural HBCU-Led Innovation Research Study.
The HBCU Making & Innovation Initiative seeks proposals to conduct research to advance innovation capacity at HBCUs. The HBCU-led research team that will be awarded will conduct research on how to facilitate positive change in innovation at HBCUs . The primary audiences impacted by this work are HBCU faculty and staff operating in the spaces of STEMM, making, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
Through this work, the literature surrounding these areas will be reimagined to expand best practices to help HBCU innovation grow. Proposals will be reviewed based on their project’s means to effectively utilize assets at HBCUs to advance innovation capacity.
Specific research topics of interest include the following, but are not limited to: Innovation-Focused Pedagogy Tech Transfer & Commercialization Research Policy & Practice Acclimating HBCU Students to the Entrepreneurial Mindset The selected team of researchers will receive a $16,000 grant to apply towards their research on innovation. Funding will be awarded to the research team’s home institution.
The award will be issued in 2 to 3 installments. Remaining installments will be issued after submission of a progress report. Proposal Preparation & Submission Instructions Please note that each document must be submitted as a PDF, with the exception of the budget.
The budget must be submitted as an Excel file. Project Summary (1 page) - Separate document from the Project Description Project Description (up to 5 pages) Project Team & Management Graduate Student Support (optional if it applies to) Letters of Collaboration (up to 2) Intellectual Merit & Broader Impacts (This section must be no longer than 2 pages.)
Please describe how the research will expand the current knowledge base and literature. What original or transformative concepts does the research present? Please describe how the research will promote the overall welfare of society.
This can be fulfilled through the research conducted, activities directly related to the research project, or activities that complement the project.
Practical examples of potential societal impact include advancing science for people of all backgrounds; improving the quality of STEM education; increased collaboration between academic institutions, industry, and other stakeholder groups; and greater “economic competitiveness” of the United States.
The number of stakeholders impacted How the project will engage the broader community Proposal Submission Portal The submission window is now closed.
Individuals interested in this research study must meet the following criteria: Current faculty member, project staff at an accredited Historically Black College or University (HBCU) or Predominantly Black institution Researchers in this area are encouraged, but are not limited to innovation, technology, education, social, economic, and behavioral sciences, Early-career scientists are encouraged to apply.
Please note that the research team must have at least one principal investigator (PI). The team may also have a co-PI, but this is optional. Q: What is the grant period?
The grant period for the research study is October 15, 2025 to June 30, 2026. Q: What is the preferred format for the proposal? The preferred format is 11- or 12-point font, Calibri or Times New Roman, single spaced Q: How can award funding be applied?
Award funding must be applied towards research efforts as the research team deems appropriate. This can include: Salary* (Only if the position is directly related to the research efforts & the position concludes at the end of the grant period) Student support (optional) Q: Who is responsible for submitting the research proposal? Faculty can submit the research proposal.
It does not have to be submitted by the institution’s Office of Sponsored Programs. Q: Are fringe benefits and indirect costs included? Fringe benefits & indirect costs are not required, but if they are included, the team will need to provide the current NICRA rate and may need to provide documentation of the rate if the team receives the award.
For questions, please contact Dr. IMelissa E. Wynn at mwynn@aaas. org or Pamela Asante at ppecku@aaas.
org .
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The current listing shows $16,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
HBCU-led Research Study is funded by American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) in partnership with the National Science Foundation (NSF). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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