[The Welch Foundation](https://welch1.org)

January 31, 2026 | January 30, 2026

$117,000 per year per grant; typically 1-year duration, renewable annually.

Supports fundamental chemical research by full-time faculty at Texas educational institutions, covering a broad range of research expenses.

Applications must be submitted via ProposalCentral by noon on the last business day of January.

--- ## Description The Welch Foundation Research Grants are designed to advance fundamental chemical research at educational institutions within Texas. The program provides annual funding to support research led by full-time, tenure or tenure-track faculty members. Funds may be used for a wide array of research-related expenses, including fellowships, scholarships, equipment (permanent and expendable), services, equipment maintenance, publication costs, and travel. The goal is to foster scientific discovery and growth in chemistry within Texas-based academic environments. --- ## Due Dates - January 31, 2026: Application deadline (annual recurring date) - January 30, 2026: Full application deadline (proposals must be submitted through ProposalCentral by noon on the last business day of January) --- ## Funding Amount - $117,000 per year per grant - Funding is typically awarded for one year and may be renewed annually --- ## Eligibility - Only full-time, regular faculty members with tenure or on tenure-track may serve as Principal Investigators. - Applicants must be affiliated with universities, colleges, or other educational institutions located within Texas. - The institution must be listed as an educational institution by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted online via [ProposalCentral](https://proposalcentral.com/). - The application portal opens November 1 each year. - Proposals are due by noon on the last business day of January. - Applicants should consult the [Guidelines and Procedures](https://welch-main.s3.amazonaws.com/media/Research-Guidelines-2026.pdf) for detailed instructions. --- ## Additional Information - Funds may be used for fellowships, scholarships, scientific equipment (permanent and expendable), services, equipment maintenance, publication expenses, and travel, in accordance with The Welch Foundation’s guidelines. - Awards are announced annually on April 15. - Only Texas institutions are eligible; this is a state-focused opportunity. --- ## External Links - [Program Page (Welch Foundation Research Grants)](https://welch1.org/grants-programs/research-grants) - [Important Dates and Deadlines](https://welch1.org/grants-programs/important-dates-and-deadlines) - [Guidelines and Procedures (PDF)](https://welch-main.s3.amazonaws.com/media/Research-Guidelines-2026.pdf) - [ProposalCentral Application Portal](https://proposalcentral.com/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|---------------------------------------------| | Phone | +1 (713) 961-9884 | | Address | 1717 West Loop S, Ste 1661, Houston, TX 77027, US | ---

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