IU Research and Creative Activity Conference Grant

The Research Conference Grant program purpose is to convene scholars from other institutions around the country and the world with IU faculty and students to explore novel ideas and initiatives, expand scholarly networks, and build new research and creative activity partnerships. Preference will be given to proposed conferences that are interdisciplinary and/or advance innovative ideas and themes within areas of research or creative activity consistent with the goals and objectives of the IU 2030 Strategic Plan.
IU Research will provide up to $10,000. Proposals must include confirmation of secured funds, or written confirmation of firmly committed funds, equivalent to a minimum of 50% of the requested amount.

• Project funding may not exceed $15,000 ($10,000 grant plus 50% match).
• Conferences should take place within 12 months of the award letter.
• Application forms must be submitted at least three months before the conference. Reference our quarterly review schedule.
• Conference location must be in the state of Indiana and preferably on or near an IU campus.
• Faculty and staff are not eligible for additional compensation for effort dedicated to conference planning and execution.
• Conferences focused on the development of teaching or academic programs are not eligible.
• Without stated exceptional circumstances, support for conferences convening existing university organizations or academic societies or associations are not eligible.
• Priority will be given to applicants with little to no remaining start-up funds.
• Letters of support from the Department Chair or Associate Dean for Research and potential sponsors verifying match support are required.
• Acknowledgement of IU Research Conference Grant support in all conference materials.
• Awardees are not eligible to apply for another Research Conference Grant for the same conference within 3 years of the previous award letter date.