Collaborative Research

2026 Application Cycle

Up to $5,000 per collaborative award is available​​​​​​​

Applications are due by May 1st, 2026 at 11:59pm

Overview

The goal of the Associate-Led Collaborative Research Project is to encourage and facilitate cultural research collaboration among Associates of the Center for Cross Cultural Research. Projects are expected to reflect explorations of culture that depart from Associates’ individual programs of research.

Eligibility

  • Proposals must include two or more Associates as Co-Principal Investigators
  • Associates must have joined the CCCR at least one quarter prior to submitting a funding application.
  • Associates must be currently active within the CCCR,
  • Associates must be in good standing regarding prior project funding
  • Applicants should review the CCCR bylaws for an overview of the Collaborative Research Project application process, presentation expectations, proposal evaluation, and post-funding expectations.

Timeline

  • Applications should be submitted to the Director via email by the deadline
  • Applications will be screened by the Director for eligibility and completeness
  • Review will take place in the 2-3 weeks post submission
  • Funding decisions will be announced within 4-6 weeks
  • Funds are available for use in accordance with the approved project start date and timeline. Projects should begin within 6 months of funding approval.
    • Investigators should allow for up to 4 weeks to hire and pay student researchers and consultants
    • Investigators should allow for up to two weeks for all other purchases
  • Funds are available for up to one year from the project start date.
  • End of project reports are due one year after the project begins.

Application Instructions

Applications should not exceed 5 single-spaced pages and should include:

  • A brief description of each Investigator’s eligibility, including:
    • date they joined the CCCR
    • current activity within the CCCR – detail how often you attend bi-weekly meetings and speaker events (including any barriers to attendance), and briefly describe other ways you have engaged in the CCCR community
  • Detailed project description that addresses the following evaluation criteria:
    • Theoretical foundation
      • Clear description of relevant cultural and psychological variables and processes
      • Theoretical contribution of the proposed project
    • Methods
      • Research questions that are clearly tied to study design
      • Methodology suitable to address the question(s) posed
      • A clear and appropriate explanation of sample size
      • A clear and appropriate analysis plan
    • Expected timeline of research activity (including a specified start and end date; typically no more than a one year project duration). If awarded, all research activities are expected to be completed within one year of their start date.
       
    • Clear responsibilities for Project Personnel
      • Description of proposed responsibilities and roles for Co-Principal Investigators, other Center Associates, Student Affiliates, community members, and/or other research personnel involved in the project
    • Best Practices in Open Science
      • Applicants must confirm that the study is/will be pre-registered (e.g., on OSF).
      • Applicants must confirm that the data from the project will be made publicly available unless there is a clear obstacle that cannot be overcome.
      • Applicants must confirm that the analytic methods and code for analyses will be made publicly available.
      • Applicants must confirm that the research materials for the project will be made publicly available unless there is a clear obstacle that cannot be overcome.
      • Applicants must submit their OSF page to the Director for publication on the website.
      • See the primer on Open Science practices.
    • Applicants must confirm that an ethics application has been submitted, or will be submitted before funds are used (if applicable).
      • If already submitted, please provide the protocol number for reference.
      • Funds are contingent on IRB approval, if relevant
    • References for work cited (not included in page count)
  • Expected budget that includes description and justification detailing each expenditure. Must include a description of how the proposed budget corresponds to the specified responsibilities and roles of project personnel (e.g., who will oversee which research activities). Funding requests for collaborative research projects may include:
    • Research-related materials (e.g., supplies, printing costs)
    • Research participant payment
    • Student researcher, collaborator, or consultant payments. Estimates of these payments should include fringe benefits and other associated costs.
    • Project-related travel (i.e., travel necessary to complete data collection)
    • Funds are not typically provided for:
      • Living expenses while conducting research
      • Stipends for principal investigators (e.g., summer salary).
      • Travel to conventions or conferences; other department, college, and CCCR funds are available to support these activities.
  • Impact of proposed research. Briefly address each of the following:
    • CCCR values. Discuss how the project serves and enhances the values of the CCCR and its research on culture and diversity. This might include:
      • Centering voices and experiences of underrepresented cultures, groups, or identities
      • Supporting underrepresented students or collaborators who do not typically receive compensation for research work
      • Support for cultural research that would not be likely to receive funding from traditional sources
    • Innovation and potential impact. Discuss how the results of the project will result in social action or systems change or improved quality of life for vulnerable or marginalized populations.
    • Tangible outcomes. Discuss how the project serves and enhances the standing of the partners involved (e.g., potential publications or presentations, supporting student development, establishing or enhancing community partnerships).
  • A short description of how presentation expectations for the project will be met. Associates are expected to present aspects of their project at least once with members of the CCCR. Associates should be prepared to actively engage with the CCCR learning community by:
    • Bringing initial ideas to the group to receive substantive feedback
    • Bringing a key challenge to the group (e.g., an obstacle to executing the project) to engage in community problem-solving
    • Bringing the community into a discussion about successes and lessons learned
    • The status of funded and completed projects can also be the subject of regular discussion and update as part of bi-weekly CCCR research meetings

Relevant CCCR Bylaws

  • Overview: The goal of the Associate-Led Collaborative Research Project is to encourage and facilitate cultural research collaboration among Associates of the Center for Cross Cultural Research. Projects are expected to reflect explorations of culture that depart from Associates’ individual programs of research.
     
  • Eligibility:
    • Proposals must include two or more Associates as Co-Principal Investigators
    • Associates must have joined the CCCR at least one quarter prior to submitting a funding application.
    • Associates must be currently active within the CCCR, defined as regularly contributing to the CCCR learning community (e.g., through bi-weekly meetings, speaker events, collaborating with and supporting other Associates and Student Affiliates). It is unlikely that someone would be considered an active member with no involvement in CCCR activities in the past year.
    • Associates must be in good standing regarding prior project funding (including completing presentation requirements and end of project reports).
  • Application Process:
    • The CCCR Director will announce funding application deadlines and funding limits. Maximum funding per project will be specified according to current CCCR limits and shared with the CCCR community.
    • Applicants should submit a written proposal application that describes the project’s foundations, goals, and methods.
    • Proposals should also address the link between the project and the CCCR’s mission.
    • Proposals must include a start and end date to research activities. Project activities will span no more than a one-year period unless approved by the CCCR Director and Advisory Board.
    • A detailed budget should be included, with all estimated project costs. Funding requests for collaborative research projects may include:
      • Research-related materials (e.g., supplies, printing costs)
      • Research participant payment
      • Student researcher, collaborator, or consultant payments. Estimates of these payments should include fringe benefits and other associated costs.
      • Project-related travel (i.e., travel necessary to complete data collection)
      • Funds are not typically provided for:
        • Living expenses while conducting research
        • Stipends for principal investigators (e.g., summer salary).
        • Travel to conventions or conferences; other department, college, and CCCR funds are available to support these activities.
    • Funds are contingent on IRB approval, if relevant.
  • Presentation Expectations: Associates are expected to present aspects of their collaborative project at least once with members of the CCCR. Associates are expected to present aspects of their individual research activity at least once with members of the CCCR. Associates should be prepared to actively engage with the CCCR learning community by a works-in-progress presentation (pre-funding, mid-funding, and/or end of funding period). Such presentations can take the form of, but not be limited to, conference style talks, data blitz, roundtable discussion, or research activity demonstration. Ultimately, engaging with the CCCR learning community should serve one or more of the following goals: 
    • Bringing initial ideas to the group to receive substantive feedback 
    • Bringing a key challenge to the group (e.g., an obstacle to executing the project) to engage in community problem-solving 
    • Bringing the community into a discussion about successes and lessons learned  
    • The status of funded and completed projects are the subject of regular discussion and update as part of bi-weekly CCCR research meetings 
  • Proposal Evaluation
    • Eligible proposals will be evaluated by the Director and at least two members of the Advisory Board
      • When an applicant is also an Advisory Board member, a replacement reviewer will be recruited by the Director from CCCR Associates to assist with evaluation
    • Proposals will be evaluated on:
      • Culture and diversity focus (e.g., centering voices and experiences of underrepresented cultures, groups, or identities)
      • Innovation and potential impact (e.g., resulting in social action or systems change, improved quality of life for vulnerable or marginalized populations)
      • Viability of promised work
      • Clear methodology
      • Clear justification of budget and demonstrated financial need in order for the project to succeed
    • The number of awards per year is based on available funding. Available funds will be divided among outstanding proposals, awardees may receive only partial funding for their projects, and funding is not guaranteed for all proposed projects.
    • Funding priority will be given to:
      • investigators without other active CCCR awards or pending applications
      • projects that support underrepresented students or collaborators who do not typically receive compensation for research work (e.g., community members)
      • cultural research that would not be likely to receive support from traditional sources
  • Post-Funding
    • Approval does not result in immediate funding for all expenses but carries the understanding that Co-Principal Investigators will conduct the research within the parameters and budget outlined in the application.
    • Any changes in how funds are allocated across budget categories should be submitted to the Director in writing, with justification.
    • Projects are expected to be completed within one year of their start date. If unforeseen circumstances arise and funds will not be used within one year, a request for extension must be submitted to the Director, reviewed by the Advisory Board, and approved prior to the end of the one year funding period. Without an approved extension, unused funds will be unavailable after one year from the start of the project.
    • Investigators will submit an end of project report to the Director on project and budget activities.