Western’s Interdisciplinary Development Initiatives (IDI) program is intended to seed new interdisciplinary collaborations that help position teams for success in securing external funding. IDIs will be exceptional programs that advance Western’s research mission, attract scholars and graduate students to the university, and bring prestige to the institution. Applications should be led by established or emerging scholars, integrate two or more disciplines (which may or may not be commonly combined) and will have clearly articulated research dimensions and objectives.

Amount: IDIs will be considered under two streams:

• Stream 1: Up to $35,000 over one year
• Stream 2: Up to $200,000 over two years

Deadlines	Required Steps
January 29, 2024	Faculty Research Office: If you wish to have feedback on your application allow at least two-three weeks – contact Karen Kueneman
February 1, 2024, 3pm EST	ROLA proposal submission
February 8, 2024, 3pm EST	Application submission via online portal

Eligibility: IDIs are open to researchers in all disciplines and Faculties. Proposals must identify a project leader and at least one co-investigator. The project leader must hold an academic appointment at Western and be eligible to hold research grants. There is no limit to team size.

NOTE: IDIs are intended to support new/emerging teams, or to significantly expand or merge existing teams. This program is not intended to support existing teams.

Program details, guidelines and application forms…

For questions regarding this opportunity, please contact your Faculty Research Officer, Karen Kueneman, and/or intgrant@uwo.ca.