Hinrich Foundation Research Grant 2026: Call for Research Proposals on Global Trade Issues
The Hinrich Foundation has opened its Call for Research Proposals 2026 to support research projects that advance the understanding of global trade issues and contribute to policy development. Individual researchers, research groups, and organizations are invited to submit proposals addressing key international trade topics.
Overview
The Hinrich Foundation invites researchers, research groups, and organizations to submit proposals for projects that examine international trade challenges and inform policy development. The foundation supports work across several priority areas, including trade governance, geopolitics of trade, foreign direct investment, global supply chain resilience, digital trade and technology, environmental sustainability, workforce and education, industrial competitiveness, natural resources, and trade logistics.
Proposals can cover new research or provide a summary of existing work. Deliverables generally take the form of white papers of around 4,000 words or articles of approximately 1,600 words. Projects are expected to be completed within four months from commission, and funding amounts are negotiable, typically paid upon project completion.
Eligibility
- Open to individual researchers, groups of researchers, and research organizations.
- No specific nationality, citizenship, or country restrictions are stated in the call.
- Applicants must address one or more of the Foundation's priority research areas.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should review the application guidelines and submit their research proposal through the designated submission form provided by the Hinrich Foundation.
Deadline
The upcoming submission deadline is October 31, 2026.