Core Operational Improvement Awards (COIA)
Forecasted
The Core Operational Improvement Awards (COIA) from UCSF fund collaborative projects that enhance efficiency, collaboration, and sustainability in campus core research facilities.
Funder: University of California San Francisco
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline, Spring cycle)
Funding Amounts: $25,000–$100,000 per award; 1–2 awards per cycle; funds must be spent within 2 years
Summary: Supports UCSF Campus Cores in implementing operational improvements that enhance efficiency, collaboration, and sustainability.
Key Information: Only existing or intended UCSF Campus Cores eligible; proposals must involve at least two core facilities.
Description
The Core Operational Improvement Awards (COIA) are designed to enhance the operations of UCSF Campus Cores by providing targeted funding for projects that improve efficiency, foster collaboration across departments, and streamline administrative processes. Sponsored by UCSF’s Research Resource Program, the COIA supports initiatives such as personnel development, training, software acquisition, minor renovations, and equipment purchases that directly contribute to operational improvements. The program prioritizes collaborative proposals that demonstrate measurable impact, sustainability, and broad benefit to the UCSF research community.
