Bridging Fellowships
Releases members from departmental obligations for one semester to allow them to move to another part of the University to learn about aspects of another discipline
As a leading research institution, the University of Rochester takes pride in our faculty and student researchers who lead cutting-edge initiatives. On this page, you’ll find links to University-specific research funding opportunities, including fellowships and grants.
Releases members from departmental obligations for one semester to allow them to move to another part of the University to learn about aspects of another discipline
Fosters the development of promising, early-career researchers and scientists in the natural and biological sciences
Awarded to recipients who demonstrate their projects favor new research with a high probability of being leveraged by future external funding
Supports researchers and projects of one year in duration as they develop innovations and get them ready for the marketplace
The Office for Research Project Administration assists navigating research sponsors who limit the number of applications the University submits
The Office of Graduate Education details specific fellowship opportunities for graduate students, and has a searchable database for more funding sources
research contest
Falling Walls competition
The University invites its young researchers, scholars, and entrepreneurs to summarize their groundbreaking ideas in three minutes at a competition to determine who will qualify for the annual Falling Walls conference in Berlin, Germany. Visit the Falling Walls website to learn more.
Other funding opportunities may be available at the school level, or through additional University-wide research offices. Find links to these resources and offices below.
have questions?
The Office of the Provost is available to answer your questions or point you in the right direction.