Track 2
Stanford University's Track 2 grant funds rigorous, stakeholder-engaged social science research with a clear path to societal impact.
Funder: Stanford University
Due Dates: October 18, 2026: Track 2 LOI submission deadline (11:59pm PT)
Funding Amounts: $350,000–$650,000 total over up to 3 years
Summary: Supports PI-eligible Stanford faculty conducting social science research with strong scientific rigor, a clear path to impact, and meaningful stakeholder partnerships.
Description
Stanford Impact Labs' Track 2 funding opportunity provides substantial support for Stanford PI-eligible faculty to pursue social science research that addresses urgent societal needs. The program emphasizes projects that combine rigorous scientific methods, have a credible pathway to real-world impact, and foster meaningful engagement or partnership with stakeholders outside the university. Both individual projects and broader research agendas are eligible, with flexibility in how research teams integrate the core pillars of science, impact, and partnership. The aim is to leverage research to improve people's lives, with an expectation for actionable outcomes and stakeholder collaboration throughout the research process.
