Equipment Competitions
ForecastedInternal — University of Kentucky only
The University of Kentucky's Equipment Competitions fund advanced research equipment to strengthen multidisciplinary research and expand institutional research infrastructure.
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Funder: University of Kentucky
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Fall Equipment Competition) | March 2027 (Spring Equipment Competition)
Funding Amounts: Typical total annual pool ~$4M; individual awards vary by equipment need.
Summary: Supports acquisition of advanced research equipment to enhance multidisciplinary research and expand the University of Kentucky’s research infrastructure.
Key Information: Internal competition—open only to University of Kentucky researchers.
Description
The Equipment Competitions, administered by the Office of the Vice President for Research at the University of Kentucky, provide funding for the purchase of advanced equipment that strengthens multidisciplinary research and expands institutional research infrastructure. These periodic competitions are designed to support innovative research across a wide range of fields, foster collaboration, and enhance the university’s overall research capabilities. Awarded equipment may benefit entire departments, research groups, or collaborative teams, and is expected to have broad, strategic impact on the university’s research enterprise.
