Mershon Center Affiliate Research Conversations
Supports informal meetings at Ohio State to foster interdisciplinary research conversations on international, national, or human security topics through modest logistical funding.
Funder: Ohio State University
Due Dates: Rolling (open for requests)
Funding Amounts: Covers hosting and refreshments for small group meetings; no set monetary cap, minimal logistical support only.
Summary: Supports informal, small-scale meetings among colleagues and students to foster interdisciplinary dialogue on security-related research.
Key Information: Application is via rolling review; support is limited to modest hosting costs and not intended for large events or travel.
Description
The Mershon Center Affiliate Research Conversations grant provides small-scale, logistical support for organizing informal meetings among Ohio State faculty, students, and broader academic or practitioner communities. The purpose is to foster ongoing, inclusive dialogue on topics relevant to international, national, or human security, in alignment with the Mershon Center for International Security Studies' interdisciplinary mission. Funding is intended for hosting and refreshments only, not for large events, travel, or honoraria. The grant aims to create a low-barrier mechanism for initiating or sustaining collaborative research conversations, and welcomes proposals that involve both affiliates and non-affiliates.
