Internet Society Foundation

Summary:

The Internet Society Foundation’s Research Program supports global research collaborations that enhance our understanding of the Internet and its value. The program aims to:

• Promote novel methodologies for solving Internet-related challenges.
• Support a diverse and collaborative group of researchers and institutions.
• Facilitate access to intersectional research applicable to decision-making in government and industry.
• Encourage open research, applied, and openly published.

Areas of focus include:

• Greening the Internet: Assessing energy consumption, environmental impact, and sustainability measures.
• The Internet Economy: Analyzing how the Internet transforms economic landscapes.
• A Trustworthy Internet: Ensuring resilience, reliability, accountability, and security.

Application Requirements:

Open to independent researchers and public research institutions worldwide. Ethical certification is required for projects involving human or animal subjects.

Benefits:

Grants up to US$500,000 for organizations and institutions, and up to US$200,000 for independent researchers.

Type:

Research grant program.

Award and Location:

Not specified.

Deadline:

May 14, 2024, at 21:00 UTC.

For more details, visit the Internet Society Foundation’s Research Grant Program page.