UC Research Initiatives in the UC Office of the President is pleased to issue the UC Multicampus Research Programs and Initiatives Request for Proposals for award year 2025. This Request for Proposals includes opportunities for both Planning/Pilot Awards and Program Awards.
Applicant Information: The MRPI opportunity is open to UC faculty and researchers in any field of research and scholarship. Proposals require collaboration among at least three UC campuses to pursue pioneering research in thematic, multidisciplinary, or inter-disciplinary areas that enhance the UC research enterprise, strengthen UC’s position as a leading public research university, and benefit California and its people. We anticipate approximately $16 million in total funding available across all awards. All proposals must conform to the requirements of this RFP, dated March 20, 2024, and be submitted through the SmartSimple online system.
The Request for Proposals provides important information on eligibility, LOI and application requirements, and review and selection criteria. It also includes appendices on Instructions for Submission of Letters of Intent, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), and an LOI Submission Checklist.
Key Dates
Applicant Webinar: We encourage applicants to attend one of the following webinars:
Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 2:30-3:30PM PT, Register here.
Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 10-11AM PT, Register here.
Required Letters of Intent (LOI) Due: Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 12:00 Noon PT
Notification of LOI Decision: Thursday, June 6, 2024 (expected)
Invited Full Proposals Due: Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 12:00 Noon PT
Additional Information
For questions on program scope and priorities, please contact us at [email protected].
Administrative questions regarding the application procedures on SmartSimple may be directed to [email protected].
Additional information on our programs is available on our website.
