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The University of Utah is active across a wide range of topics and receives funding from multiple federal, state, and foundation sources.
Research announcements and events occur daily; the AVPR’s Desk is a daily stream that provides access to new information, including internal and external funding opportunities, research events, funder announcements, and more. Researchers can utilize the website to find information they need in a timely fashion or receive updates as a biweekly email (sign up below).

 Featured funding opportunities and events are below. The full table of events, funding opportunities, and announcements is found HERE.

 

FEATURED FUNDING

FY25 Remote and Austere Conditions (RAC) Grand Challenge - Now Accepting Pitch Applications!


The Office of the Vice President for Research invites you to submit a proposal for the 2nd annual Remote & Austere Conditions (RAC) Grand Challenge! This dynamic, multi-day pitch event unites leading research experts, industry partners, and legislative representatives to explore groundbreaking technologies, innovative techniques, and holistic solutions to tackle pressing challenges faced in remote, rural, and austere conditions. Deadline: November 15, 2024.

Department of Energy OCED opens $400 million Energy Improvements in Rural or Remote Areas FY25 Program


This Energy Improvements in Rural or Remote Areas (ERA) funding opportunity provides support for rural and remote communities to build clean energy projects that benefit their communities. This would be a great external funding target to pursue for the Remote & Austere Condition Grand Challenge. Concept paper due February 27, 2025. Click to learn more!

National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Funding Opportunities


The National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) is proud to support the nation’s arts sector with grant opportunities so that together we can help everyone live more artful lives. Click here to learn more!

FEATURED EVENTS

FY25 RAC Grand Challenge - Informational Webinar | October 18, 2024


This information session will provide a brief overview of the RAC Grand Challenge process and a Q&A from interested participants. These events are also excellent tools for identifying other interested participants, potential collaborators, projects that need additional and targeted input/assistance, etc. RSVP is required. Click to learn more or register!

Zero Gravity Summit | October 24, 2024


The Zero Gravity Summit is a series of pressing conversations on geostrategic competition and frontier technology across six verticals: cyber and intelligence; chips and artificial intelligence; energy and national security; space and satellite technology; biotech and defense; and critical materials. Click to learn more or register!

1U4U Seed Grant Program - Informational Webinar | October 29, 2024


We are excited to announce that the 1U4U Collaborative Seed Grant Program will continue in FY25! We encourage all interested applicants/applicant support staff to attend our informational town hall on this program and the FY25 topic. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the program, ask questions, find collaborators, etc. RSVP is required. Click to learn more or register!

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