Scientific Research Instrumentation Program
Supports Pacific Northwest research institutions in acquiring major scientific instruments to enhance research capacity and infrastructure.
Funder: M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
Due Dates: December 26, 2025 (LOI Period 1) | March 20, 2026 (Full App Period 1) | April 9, 2026 (LOI March Window) | July 17, 2026 (Full App Period 2) | August 3, 2026 (LOI Period 2) | November 20, 2026 (LOI Period 3) | December 1, 2026 (Full App Period 3) | March 20, 2027 (Full App Period 4)
Funding Amounts: Typical request covers major scientific instruments; institutions must provide at least 50% cost share; major research universities may request up to $50,000 or 12% of the eligible request for indirect costs/supplemental support.
Summary: Supports scientific research institutions in acquiring essential research instrumentation to enhance research capabilities through a structured, competitive process.
Key Information: Only one active proposal per institution at a time; institutional endorsement required; contact required if no proposal in last 5 years.
Description
The Scientific Research Instrumentation Program, offered by the M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust, provides funding to eligible scientific research institutions for the acquisition of major research equipment and instrumentation. The program aims to strengthen research capacity and infrastructure at research universities and biomedical institutes in the Pacific Northwest by supporting projects that require advanced scientific tools. Funding is awarded through a multi-step process, including a Letter of Inquiry (LOI) and a full application by invitation. The program emphasizes institutional priorities and requires significant institutional commitment and cost-sharing.
