Sustainability Research Development Grants

A grant program providing research funding for student-led projects related to sustainability at Indiana University. Undergraduate and graduate students may receive awards to support development of new sustainability research projects under a faculty advisor. Proposals may come from any discipline and should address multiple dimensions of sustainability. The program is supported by the Environment, Society, and Sustainability Institute (ESSI) and the Office of Sustainability.

Research grant funding (up to $3,000 for undergraduates; up to $7,500 for graduate students) to support development of sustainability research projects.

Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at Indiana University and in good standing for the duration of the grant period are eligible; proposals must be supervised by a faculty advisor.

Submit application via the online form; required materials include project title and demographics, 200–250 word abstract, a research proposal (≤1,500 words) with budget and faculty sponsor account number, CV/resume, and faculty sponsor letter of recommendation.