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Internal Funding Reminder: START and SURFF due Thursday, Feb 12

Dear Colleagues,

Applications for the following internal research and creative achievement (RCA) programs are due Thursday, February 12:
  • START: Supports PI-eligible faculty (Assistant rank and above) in advancing research and creative endeavors.
  • SURFF: Supports pre-tenure, tenure-track faculty pursuing summer research and creative projects.
Both programs are catalytic, intended to fund initial phases of work that can be sustained beyond the award period. Proposals should outline how the project will continue, including specific external funding targets if applicable.

Because the likelihood of sustainability is a factor in funding decisions, we anticipate that a portion of this cycle's awards will support work related to Artificial Intelligence (AI), reflecting emerging federal funding priorities in this area.

Posted: February 5, 2026, 9:28 PM

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