American Association for the Advancement of Science
AAAS HBCU Making & Innovation Initiative: Call for HBCU-Led Research Study Proposals
Dear HBCU Researchers,
The AAAS HBCU Making & Innovation Initiative is seeking proposals to conduct research to advance innovation capacity at HBCUs. One HBCU-led research team will be awarded a grant of $16,000 to conduct this research.
Faculty and staff in the areas of STEMM, making, innovation, and entrepreneurship at HBCUs and predominantly Black institutions are encouraged to apply. This work will fill a gap in the literature surrounding best practices regarding innovation capacity at HBCUs.
Specific research topics of interest include the following, but are not limited to:
- Innovation-Focused Pedagogy
- Tech Transfer & Commercialization
- Research Policy & Practice
- Acclimating HBCU Students to the Entrepreneurial Mindset
- Strategic Partnerships & Collaborations
The selected team of researchers will receive a $16,000 grant that will be dispersed in 4 payments of $4,000 to apply towards a 10-month research study on advancing research capacity. The study will convene from October 2025 to July 2026.
To be eligible for this award, interested researchers must be a current faculty member or staff at an HBCU or Predominantly Black institution. Early-career researchers are encouraged to apply. The award funding will go to the institution, and a PI must be indicated on the application.
All proposals must be received by next Friday, October 3rd, 11:59 pm ET.
Learn more about the HBCU-led research study by checking out our website: HBCU-led Research Study — HBCU Making and Innovation Initiative. For any questions, please contact our team at hbcumaker@aaas.org.
This research opportunity is supported by the National Science Foundation HBCU-UP Program (Grant No. HRD-2332409).
