Global Research Outreach (GRO) Program
Samsung's GRO Program funds collaborative university research in AI, quantum computing, advanced devices, and sustainability, partnering with Samsung R&D to advance core and emerging technologies.
Funder: Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology
Due Dates: August 23, 2026: Application deadline | August 24, 2026: Submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to $150,000 USD per project for one year; possible extension based on outcomes.
Summary: Supports innovative university research partnerships worldwide to advance core technologies through collaboration with Samsung R&D.
Key Information: Proposals must not include confidential or proprietary information.
Description
The Samsung Global Research Outreach (GRO) Program is an annual initiative by the Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology (SAIT) aimed at fostering open innovation through research collaborations with leading universities and research institutions worldwide. Since 2009, the program has supported over 150 universities in developing breakthrough technologies aligned with Samsung’s strategic priorities. The GRO Program funds one-year proof-of-concept projects, with the potential for extension based on research outcomes and continued mutual interest. Researchers work closely with Samsung R&D teams, and joint proposals from multiple universities are encouraged. The program covers a broad spectrum of research themes, including Scientific AI, Quantum Computing, Next Computing, Advanced Devices, AI System Architecture, and Environmental Technologies for Sustainability.
