Large-scale Integrative Research Awards (LIRA)

The Provost’s Office, in close collaboration with the Vice Chancellor for Research and Engagement, is now supporting the Strategic Partnerships to Advance Research and Creative activity (SPARC) fund to advance interdisciplinary research and creative activities at UMass Amherst. SPARC seed grants will replace the Large-scale Integrative Research Awards (LIRA) that were offered in the 2022-23 and 2023-24 academic years.

Please visit the SPARC website to learn more about how to apply, eligibility criteria, the review process, and award conditions.

Please direct questions about this program to Laura Vandenberg, Associate Vice Chancellor and Senior Provost of Research and Engagement: @email.