Catalyst for Research Infrastructure Enhancement Grant
The Catalyst for Research Infrastructure Enhancement Grant funds new or upgraded research equipment to strengthen shared infrastructure in strategic research areas at the University of Arizona.
Funder: University of Arizona
Due Dates: May 8, 2026 | May 11, 2026 (business officer approval) | September 16, 2026 | September 18, 2026 (business officer approval) | March 17, 2027 | March 19, 2027 (business officer approval)
Funding Amounts: $75,000–$200,000 per award; requests below $75,000 considered but not prioritized; additional $30,000 in core facility use credits may be requested.
Summary: Supports acquisition or upgrade of research equipment and resources to enhance shared infrastructure in key strategic areas at the University of Arizona.
Key Information: Business officer/award administrator approval required after submission for application acceptance.
Description
This internal grant program is designed to enhance or expand research infrastructure at the University of Arizona by funding the acquisition or upgrade of equipment and resources for use in shared or core facilities. The grant targets strategically important research areas including space science, fusion energy, AI-driven health innovation, sustainable mining and critical minerals, and arid lands agriculture and water. Proposals must demonstrate how the new or refreshed resources will build research capacity, foster cross-departmental and cross-college collaboration, and improve competitiveness for new extramural funding. Preference is given to projects that serve broad user groups and are aligned with institutional research strategies and TRIF Initiatives.
