Office of Research releases 2025-26 internal funding programs

The Office of Research announces a new round of internal funding programs designed to support innovative ideas, foster collaboration and accelerate the work of researchers:

• SPARK Program (Supporting Partnering for Advanced Research teamworK)

Applications for seed funding for collaborative research teams to launch interdisciplinary projects are due Sept. 19.

• NIH Incentive Programs strategically designed to strengthen NIH proposals are due Oct. 1, 2025. Visit the program websites for full details and eligibility:
  • New R01 Program
  • Competing Renewal R01 Program

A comprehensive list of internal funding programs available to researchers at Purdue and Indianapolis is available at the Funding Resources webpage.