Funding Resources

ResearchOne

funding for USF Research Events

ResearchOne

The ResearchOne program—sponsored by USF Research & Innovation, in collaboration with our ResearchOne sponsors—provides limited funding to help support research events hosted by USF colleges, departments, and faculty. Events considered for funding must have a research component, and engage participation of USF students and/or faculty. 

To Apply:

Apply for funding by completing the application form in at least 30 days prior to the date of your event. Funding is limited, so apply early.

In the form, you will be asked to indicate how your event is research-related and specify how students and/or faculty will be involved. If students are participating the event must be open to all USF students at no charge to them.

Note: Applications for events to be held off-campus will be considered on a case-by-case basis. However, on-campus and virtual events will be given priority. 

Submitting an application does not guarantee funding.

ELIGIBLE EVENTS

To be considered a ResearchOne event, your event must be research-related (discussing/presenting/showcasing research).

ResearchOne eligible events include the following:

  • Speaker/Speaker Series
  • Exhibitions (showcasing research)
  • Oral or poster presentations (presenting research)
  • Seminars (discussing/presenting research)
  • Symposia (discussing/presenting research)
  • Conferences (held at USF or in Tampa Bay area)
  • Workshops (discussing/presenting/showcasing/research

Instructional activities and regular faculty or departmental meetings are NOT considered ResearchOne events.

ELIGIBLE EXPENSES

ResearchOne funding may be used for event expenses such as:

  • Video Production
  • Online Livestream Platform
  • Printing
  • Speaker honoraria and travel
  • Supplies
  • Advertising
  • Poster board rental

Funding may NOT be used for food and beverage, cash awards, award plaques, or promotional items.

MARKETING & BRANDING

If your event is selected for funding, the ResearchOne logo must be included in the event’s branded materials, such as social media, website, posters, invitations, announcements, emails, banners, signs, displays, etc. A link to the logo will be provided in the confirmation of ResearchOne funding for your event.

Access the Application Form in .