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Application and Submission

Program Objectives

  1. 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).
  2. Develop international experience for research and development in early- and mid-career faculty.
  3. 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, 2026
  • 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, 2026
  • Note: GDSG awards are not provided as upfront funding. Awardee departments must incur and pay project expenses in advance. Reimbursements will be issued quarterly by the International Institute for allowable costs, not to exceed the total approved seed grant award.

Submission Requirements

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