The Research and Innovation Office (RIO) has announced its funding and award programs for 2026, which includes a recently launched Grant-in-Aid category focused on social justice impact.
RIO provides over $5.8 million (including matching funds) in funding and awards annually to support and nurture the University of Minnesota’s systemwide research enterprise. The programs offer a broad range of resource opportunities, from smaller seed grants designed to jump-start new ideas to larger funding opportunities designed to incentivize collaborations across disciplines that address strategic needs.