Global Working Group Grants
Northwestern University's Global Working Group Grants fund interdisciplinary faculty teams to tackle major global challenges through collaborative research.
Funder: Northwestern University
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (Full application submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $200,000 per project over 2–5 years
Summary: Supports faculty-led, interdisciplinary teams at Northwestern to address major global challenges through collaborative research.
Key Information: Groups must be co-led by two tenured Northwestern faculty from different disciplines, plus at least two additional Northwestern faculty.
Description
The Global Working Group Grants, provided by the Roberta Buffett Institute at Northwestern University, are designed to enable faculty to develop ambitious, interdisciplinary projects that tackle significant global or international problems. These grants encourage collaboration across the social sciences, sciences, and humanities, fostering innovative research that addresses complex challenges beyond the scope of a single discipline. The Institute offers active support through networking, workshops, and project guidance to maximize the impact and reach of funded projects.
