Weiss Fund for Research in Development Economics
Harvard University's Weiss Fund supports impactful research in development economics to address critical challenges in developing countries.
Funder: Harvard University
Due Dates: January 15, 2026 (Junior Researcher Fellowship, priority) | Rolling (until filled, Junior Researcher Fellowship) | Fall 2026 (Full call, main grants)
Funding Amounts: Varies by project; typical awards range from smaller pilot grants to larger research awards.
Summary: Supports research in development economics aimed at improving lives in developing countries, open to faculty and students at select institutions.
Description
The Weiss Fund for Research in Development Economics supports innovative research projects that seek to address significant challenges in developing countries. The Fund encourages proposals from both faculty and students working in development economics, broadly defined, and aims to generate real-world impact through rigorous academic work. The program is collaborative, spanning several leading academic institutions, and is designed to foster impactful, evidence-based research that can improve lives in less developed nations.
