Scan to Connect with the Seed Awards Team
Thinking about applying for a Seed Award? Scan the QR code to reach the RAIS-PR team. Fill the information asked in the application and we'll help you find the right investigator to collaborate with before you submit.
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The form takes less than a minute. Junior and early-career faculty at Emerging Research Institutions are especially encouraged to reach out before the October 31, 2026 deadline.
Before applying, review the official solicitation for full eligibility requirements, proposal guidelines, and submission details: Download the RAIS-PR Seed Award Solicitation (PDF)
Proposals are scored by a panel of three RAIS-PR faculty across intellectual merit, broader impacts, and strategic fit with RAIS-PR's mission. See exactly how reviewers will evaluate your application: Download the Seed Award Review Criteria (PDF)