UF graduate students can request up to $5,000 to augment their research
Funds must be spent prior to graduation or within two years, whichever comes first

1 – 2 page project description including:
- Goals for a new component of the research and how it contributes to the overall research goals
- New activities you plan to conduct with funds provided and estimated timeline
- Expected outcomes or products and how they contribute to your overall research
Budget description with justification (see budget template)
- Funds used for travel to external sites are subject to the travel regulations for the University of Florida
- Funds may be used for stipends if sufficiently justified on the budget description, funds may not be used for travel to present research
CV
Letter of support from a Water Institute Affiliate Faculty advisor
Letter from host institution (if doing research at an off-campus site)

Importance of the proposed research goals and activities
Proposed activities are necessary and sufficient to accomplish research goals
Student has the background knowledge/training/experience to accomplish the proposed research
The level of effort is appropriate for the proposed timeline and budget
Strength of support from graduate advisor and external host/institution (if applicable)

Acknowledgement of Water Institute support on poster/presentation (access the Water Institute logo here)
Present research findings at Lunch by the Water seminar
Submit fiscal and accomplishment report to the Water Institute at the end the 2025 and 2026 fiscal years (or prior to graduation whichever comes first)