Purpose
The purpose of the GDSG is to seed new or emerging international partnerships that develop and enhance MSU’s competitiveness and ability to secure external funding for international research and international development projects. It is the goal of the International Institute for the GDSG to demonstrate a positive return on the investments for MSU.
The International Institute is eager to support faculty or teams of faculty who have innovative projects and ideas with a global perspective that promote high-impact, sustainable, and scholarly activities, or capacity building. For faculty who have creative ideas but need partners both on campus and/or internationally to be successful, the International Institute will assist you in developing your ideas.
Program Objectives
- Align with the Office of Research and Economic Development 2025 research priorities. Proposals should clearly articulate the link to MSU research priorities. (Review the Mississippi State University Strategic Plan).
- Develop international experience for research and development in early- and mid-career faculty.
- Increase the opportunities for future funding for research and international development activities.