Funds innovative research to advance knowledge, sustainability, and best practices in concrete materials, construction, and structures worldwide.
Funder: American Concrete Institute Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (Project ideas) | Annual review cycle (major decisions typically by June 30 each year)
Funding Amounts: Awards vary; recent projects range from ~$50,000 to $100,000+ per project, with indirect costs capped at 15%.
Summary: Supports innovative research advancing the knowledge, sustainability, and best practices in concrete materials, construction, and structures worldwide.
Key Information: Only one active funded project per PI at a time; projects resulting in proprietary end products are ineligible.
The Concrete Research Council, under the ACI Foundation, funds research projects that advance the knowledge and sustainability of concrete materials, construction, and structures. This program welcomes both defined and exploratory research ideas, working closely with ACI Technical Committees and the global concrete industry to identify and prioritize critical research needs. The Foundation supports a wide range of projects, from small-scale studies to large, multi-year initiatives, with the goal of fostering innovation and addressing challenges impacting the concrete sector.