Graduate Research Grants
Cornell Atkinson Graduate Research Grants fund interdisciplinary student research at Cornell addressing energy, climate, food security, and One Health to advance sustainability and real-world solutions.
Funder: Cornell University
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026 (Full proposals due, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $7,000 per project (up to $8,000 with undergraduate assistant); 12–24 month project duration.
Summary: Supports innovative, interdisciplinary doctoral and terminal degree research at Cornell in energy transitions, climate risk, food security, and One Health.
Key Information: Open to Cornell doctoral and terminal degree students; faculty mentor must be a Cornell Atkinson Faculty Fellow.
Description
Cornell Atkinson’s Graduate Research Grants provide direct support for 12–24 months to Cornell doctoral students and terminal degree candidates conducting research in four strategic areas: Accelerating Energy Transitions, Reducing Climate Risk, Increasing Food Security, and Advancing One Health. The program funds interdisciplinary projects that address urgent global environmental and sustainability challenges, aiming to foster cross-cutting research with real-world impact. Grants are intended to cover research expenses and are supported by donor gifts to advance Cornell Atkinson’s mission of driving sustainability and resilience.
