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OSU RESEARCH
INCENTIVE PROGRAMS

Several programs sponsored by the Research Office provide funding for seed programs, emergencies, time releases, and capital equipment.

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General Research Fund

Applications are being accepted for Spring and Summer 2009

Proposal Deadline: Monday, February 16, 2009

Funds from the General Research Fund (GRF) are awarded to faculty for research that is not otherwise supported by organized or directed programs. <more...>

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Faculty Release Time

Applications are being accepted for 2009-10 Academic Year Release (Winter or Spring term)

Proposal Deadline: Monday, August 17, 2009

The Faculty Release Time (FRT) program provides limited funding for individuals developing external grant proposals or who wish to further their scholarly activities. <more...>

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Research Equipment Reserve Fund

Applications are being accepted for Spring and Summer 2009

Proposal Deadline: Monday, March 16, 2009

Research Equipment Reserve Funds (RERF) may be used to acquire, repair, renovate, or improve capital equipment directly used for research. <more...>

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Undergraduate Research, Innovation, Scholarship, Creativity (URISC)

Applications are being accepted for Academic Year 2009-10 (Fall/Winter/Spring Terms)

Proposal Deadline: Friday, June 26, 2009

URISC is a Research Office program that supports undergraduate research activities. <more...>