The Center for Industry Studies supports engineering-focused, transdisciplinary research that links scholars to some of the most important and challenging problems faced by modern industry. Our activities and programs are motivated by the firm conviction that bringing engineers and social scientists together for research collaboration can lead to important advances in scholarship and produce research of significant practical value to industry. In building this community of scholars, the Center reaches out to faculty members from all the social science disciplines and professional schools for research collaboration opportunities with faculty members in the Swanson School of Engineering. The Center also encourages communication between scholars and industry practitioners as a means of building partnerships that can enhance the impact of academic research, yield educational opportunities, and promote economic development.
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Announcing: Request for Proposals
CIS Transdisciplinary Award Program
DESCRIPTION:
The Center for Industry Studies (CIS) at the University of Pittsburgh is pleased to announce the 2026–2027 CIS Transdisciplinary Award Program, designed to foster collaborative and transdisciplinary research between scholars in engineering and the sciences. This funding opportunity is intended to support innovative research efforts that bridge disciplines and encourage cross-departmental collaboration.
By facilitating partnerships between faculty members from diverse academic backgrounds, this initiative seeks to generate new insights and solutions that have a tangible impact on industry practices, business strategies, technological advancements, and policy frameworks. We welcome proposals spanning a wide array of topics, including but not limited to advancements in engineering, technology, the evolution of business practices, healthcare systems and policies, energy sustainability, and environmental challenges.
SUBMISSION/AWARD TIMELINE:
All proposal submissions and inquiries should be directed to: Bopaya Bidanda, Director, Center for Industry Studies - indstudy@pitt.edu
- Deadline: July 10, 2026
- Award Notification: August 14, 2026
- Project Start Date: September 1, 2026
Additional submission information can be found on our Funding Opportunities page.