UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research Funding Opportunity
The UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research Funding Opportunity supports innovative research by University of Florida IFAS to address key challenges in Florida’s nursery and landscaping industry.
Funder: University of Florida IFAS
Due Dates: September 9, 2024 | September 8, 2026
Funding Amounts: Up to 10 awards per cycle, each up to $6,500 for one year.
Summary: Supports UF/IFAS research projects addressing challenges and innovations for Florida's nursery and landscaping industry.
Key Information: PI must be UF/IFAS faculty/staff; team size limited to three investigators per project.
Description
This internal funding opportunity from the UF/IFAS Office of the Dean for Research, in partnership with the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association (FNGLA), supports research projects that address critical problems and drive innovation for Florida’s nursery and landscaping industry. The program encourages proposals that supplement ongoing Experiment Station research or address new, high-priority issues relevant to the green sector. Projects may focus on, but are not limited to, areas such as environmental/resource management, pest management, production systems, genetics and breeding, emerging technology, and enhancing Floridians’ quality of life. Proposals on any topic that would benefit the industry are welcome.
