Graduate Research Grants
ForecastedInternal — Cornell University only
Cornell University's Graduate Research Grants support interdisciplinary student-led research in energy, climate, food security, and health for up to 24 months.
Funder: Cornell University
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 12–24 months of direct research support; typical awards range from $5,000–$20,000 per project.
Summary: Supports Cornell graduate students pursuing innovative, interdisciplinary research in energy, climate, food security, and health.
Key Information: Open only to currently enrolled Cornell doctoral or terminal degree students; research must align with one or more of four strategic priority areas.
Description
Cornell University’s Graduate Research Grants, administered by the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability, provide direct funding for 12–24 month research projects led by doctoral and terminal degree students across all graduate fields at Cornell. The program is designed to foster interdisciplinary, student-led research that advances solutions in four strategic areas: Accelerating Energy Transitions, Reducing Climate Risk, Increasing Food Security, and Advancing One Health. The intent is to empower emerging scholars to tackle complex global challenges with innovative approaches, supporting both fundamental discovery and actionable strategies for a more sustainable future.
