Global Working Group Grants
Internal — Northwestern University only
Global Working Group Grants support Northwestern faculty in developing collaborative, interdisciplinary research projects that combine expertise to address complex global challenges.
Funder: Northwestern University
Due Dates: February 15, 2027 (2026–27 application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 over a flexible two- to five-year timeframe
Summary: Supports Northwestern faculty developing collaborative, interdisciplinary projects that address complex global challenges.
Key Information: Prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to consult the Roberta Buffett Institute’s Director of Research before applying.
Description
Northwestern University’s Roberta Buffett Institute offers Global Working Group Grants to help Northwestern faculty develop ambitious, collaborative projects addressing complex global challenges. The program brings together expertise across the social sciences, sciences, and humanities, supporting work that combines different forms of knowledge to tackle problems beyond the scope of a single discipline.
Alongside financial support, the Institute helps scholars build research collaborations and develop their projects. This support includes identifying research partners, making introductions, and holding lunchtime workshops, with continued assistance as projects develop. The program’s emphasis is on interdisciplinary collaboration around a shared global research challenge.
