Duke University's Pivot Awards support faculty adapting research to federal funding shifts by enabling direct funding for vital international collaborators lacking other support.
Funder: Duke University
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: 75% of funding from the Provost’s Office, 25% from applicant’s unit; specific award size not stated.
Summary: Supports Duke faculty pivoting research due to federal funding shifts, enabling critical international collaborators to receive support when no other funding is available.
Key Information: Requires 25% unit cost-share and a letter of support with application.
This opportunity is part of Duke University's Provost's Research Support Program, specifically the "Research Program Pivot Awards – International Support Allowed." The program is designed for Duke faculty whose research must pivot as a result of shifts in federal funding priorities. It uniquely enables direct support for essential international collaborators who lack access to other funding sources. The goal is to maintain research continuity and competitiveness by supporting key international partners when federal funding landscapes change.