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.
Priorities
In addition to meeting the objectives noted above, priority will be given in the following areas:
- Proposals with a clear emphasis on research for development.
- Proposals with a high potential to secure external funding during the term of the grant.
- Projects targeting future funding from external sources (USDA, NSF, etc.) or other international development funding agencies.
- Projects building international partnerships toward external funding and other opportunities for international research collaboration.
- Cross-college collaborations.
Award Information
- Proposal Due Date: November 15, 2025
- Available Funding: $25,000
- Award Ceiling: $5,000
- Match Requirements: Budget must include departmental funds
- Period of Performance: Twelve (12) months from the start of the award
- Award Notification: No later than December 16, 2025
Submission Requirements
- Cover Page: Must contain department and college signatures (see GDSG Cover Sheet)
- Narrative: up to 3 pages (see GDSG Proposal Guidelines)
- Timeline & Budget: 1 page each (see GDSG Proposal Guidelines)
- To assist with application development, please refer to the GDSG Proposal Grading Sheet and GDSG Proposal Checklist.
- Email proposal to: ccarden@international.msstate.edu
Questions?
- Contact Chance Carden
- Email: ccarden@international.msstate.edu
- Phone: 662.325.2399