The Bold Challenges’ Boost program has opened applications for the fall 2026 cycle. Boost is an OVPR initiative that supports transdisciplinary projects with substantial potential for producing highly competitive proposals.

The semester-long cohort program nurtures effective teams with structured activities and deliverables on topics such as team collaboration, research communication and strategic planning.

Teams accepted into the program will receive staff support from a research development professional and up to $75,000 to conduct preliminary research activities such as gathering background data and information and connecting with external partners.

University of Michigan researchers are invited to apply by May 15.