Killam Research Fund – Catalyst Grants
Internal — University of Alberta only
The Killam Research Fund – Catalyst Grants at the University of Alberta support interdisciplinary research partnerships in the Humanities and Social Sciences to build capacity for larger external grants.
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Funder: University of Alberta
Due Dates: July 3, 2026 (Summer) | November 6, 2026 (Fall)
Funding Amounts: Small Seed: $5,000–$15,000 | Large Seed: up to $50,000 (max 2 yrs) | Bridge: up to $25,000 (1 yr)
Summary: Supports interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral research partnerships in the Humanities and Social Sciences to build capacity for larger, externally funded grants.
Description
The Catalyst Grants, part of the Killam Research Fund at the University of Alberta, are designed to foster interdisciplinary and cross-sectoral research partnerships in the Humanities and Social Sciences. The program supports University of Alberta researchers in building or strengthening collaborative relationships with organizational partners, with the goal of co-creating and disseminating knowledge. The grants aim to position teams for future success in securing larger, externally funded partnership grants and to advance the university’s strategic research priorities.
