CSA Group Explore Research Program for Future Challenges 2026

Deadline: Jun 01, 2026

other

2 years (duration)

partially funded

Canada

To Apply

Please visit the application link below to apply.

Opportunity Overview

📖 About CSA Group Explore Research Program

The CSA Explore Research Program is a research funding initiative led by CSA Group (Canadian Standards Association). It supports forward-looking, interdisciplinary research that addresses complex societal, environmental, and infrastructure challenges in Canada.

💰 Benefits

Funding up to $150,000 CAD for a two-year project.

📝 Eligibility Criteria

Research Team

Projects funded by the CSA Explore Research Program must be led by a Principal Investigator (PI) and may include collaborators.

Principal Investigator (PI)

The PI is the lead researcher and primary point of contact for the project. The PI must:

Be based at a not-for-profit or public Canadian institution (e.g., university or research institute).
Be able to conduct independent research.
Direct the research, including overall project direction, administration, and financial oversight.
Submit the application and act as the primary point of contact for CSA Group throughout the funding and reporting period.

Co-PI Option:

One additional researcher may be designated as a co-PI and receive a portion of project funds.
They must meet the same eligibility criteria as the PI and enter into a funding agreement with CSA Group.
If a co-PI is designated, the PI still serves as the main point of contact.

Collaborator(s) (if applicable)

Collaborators support the research led by the PI. A collaborator:

Participates in research activities.
Does not receive project funds.

Note:
An applicant may only submit one project as a PI but may be a collaborator on any number of applications.

📅 Application Date and Process

Application Deadline: 01 June, 2026
Visit the application website to apply.

🔗 Opportunity Application

For more details, visit the official CSA Group Explore Research Program website.
Apply directly through the CSA Group application portal.

For further information, please refer to the official CSA Group website or contact their support team.

Benefits

Funding up to $150,000 CAD for a two-year project

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