Transdisciplinary Connector Grants
The University of Calgary’s Transdisciplinary Connector Grants support collaborative research teams to address complex societal challenges using cross-disciplinary approaches.
Funder: University of Calgary
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 | February 1, 2027 | June 1, 2027 (all by 4:00 PM MT)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 (Initiating) for 6 months | Up to $20,000 (Consolidating) for 12 months
Summary: Supports UCalgary teams to build or deepen cross-disciplinary collaborations addressing complex societal challenges.
Key Information: Partner contributions are required for Consolidating grants (cash or in-kind); see updated criteria.
Description
The Transdisciplinary Connector Grants program at the University of Calgary enables teams to address complex societal questions and challenges that require a transdisciplinary approach. The program is designed to foster new collaborations among scholars, trainees, and external partners, supporting both the formation of new teams (Initiating stream) and the advancement of existing collaborations (Consolidating stream). Projects must demonstrate how they transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries and incorporate diverse academic and non-academic perspectives to generate innovative solutions and scholarship.
