Advancing Social Science Through Interdisciplinary Collaboration
As the University of Iowa’s premier interdisciplinary social science research center, the Center for Social Science Innovation provides faculty, staff, students, and community members across the state of Iowa and beyond the resources and support they need to investigate the most important issues facing our society.
6 +
research incubation programs hosted annually
$26.9 M
In funds awarded in the
past five years
80 +
Research projects supported in the past five years
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CSSI provides research and grant development support for University of Iowa faculty, staff, and graduate students, as well as external partners within the community.
From survey creation and distribution, data access and management, to helping you craft a competitive grant proposal, our team is ready and capable to assist you with all of your project needs.
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Grant Development
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