Strategic Research Travel Program
The Strategic Research Travel Program at Ohio State University funds faculty travel for early-stage, sponsor-focused meetings to advance major research collaborations and future funding opportunities.
Funder: Ohio State University
Due Dates: August 25, 2026 (monthly cutoff; next review)
Funding Amounts: Up to 50% of total travel costs, not to exceed $1,500 per person
Summary: Supports Ohio State faculty and PIs with partial travel funding to meet external research sponsors for strategic funding positioning.
Key Information: Applications reviewed monthly; apply by the 25th for same-month review.
Description
The Strategic Research Travel Program at Ohio State University provides partial funding to faculty and principal investigators to facilitate in-person meetings with external research sponsors. The aim is to advance the university’s strategic goal of increasing sponsored research by supporting travel that enables researchers to discuss major funding opportunities, explore collaborations, and help shape sponsor priorities. This program is intended for early-stage relationship-building and positioning activities that occur prior to formal funding solicitations, particularly for large-scale, multidisciplinary, or highly strategic opportunities.
