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Stanford Report, September 27, 2006

International studies proposals sought

The Presidential Fund for Innovation in International Studies is now accepting proposals, which must be submitted by Dec. 15.

The fund's purpose, as part of the university's International Initiative, is to stimulate the formation of interdisciplinary faculty teams interested in exploring critical issues in international studies, including their historical and cultural antecedents. Preference will be given to collaborations that focus on enhancing the prospects for peace and security, improving and reforming governance, and advancing human well-being. The competition is open to faculty members, as well as senior fellows associated with university research institutes and centers and the Hoover Institution. The fund is expected to support three to four new projects lasting from one to three years. Proposals should conform to the following guidelines:

  • Projects must have an international focus;
  • Projects must be based on collaborative research and teaching, involving faculty from two or more disciplines and, wherever possible, from two or more schools;
  • $50,000 to 100,000 will be awarded annually for up to three years on a competitive basis;
  • $10,000 to $15,000 may also be allocated for a maximum one-year term to support more preliminary research and teaching.

    • Awards will be announced on or about Feb. 28, 2007. For complete guidelines, visit the web at http://pfiis.stanford.edu/.