ETH for Development (ETH4D) is currently accepting applications for its Urban Pilot Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Urban Pilot Grant Program supports ETH Domain institutions and non-academic partners in developing pilot research projects focused on sustainable urban development and infrastructure challenges. The grant encourages collaboration between academic researchers and local practice partners to create innovative solutions for urban challenges such as climate change, mobility, water management, digital transformation, and urban governance.
The Urban Pilot Grant requires collaboration between ETH Domain researchers and non-academic practice partners.
Eligible applicants must form a consortium including:
The consortium must include:
The project must include at least one non-academic partner from an eligible country.
Eligible practice partners include:
Local universities and research institutions may participate but cannot replace the required non-academic practice partner.
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