Ohio State University's Interdisciplinary Seed Grant Program funds collaborative, early-stage infectious disease research that brings together diverse scientific disciplines.
Funder: Ohio State University
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Fall cycle) | April 2027 (Spring cycle)
Funding Amounts: Seed grants typically support early-stage, interdisciplinary infectious disease research; specific award size and duration may vary by year and call.
Summary: Supports collaborative, cross-disciplinary research projects in infectious diseases at Ohio State University, fostering new partnerships and innovative approaches.
The Interdisciplinary Seed Grant Program, offered through the Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI) at Ohio State University, is designed to catalyze innovative research collaborations that span multiple disciplines within the field of infectious diseases. By providing seed funding for early-stage projects, the program aims to bring together diverse expertise, support novel approaches, and facilitate the development of new solutions to pressing infectious disease challenges. The program seeks to foster partnerships among Ohio State researchers, encouraging interdisciplinary teams to address complex problems in infectious disease research.