Microsoft AI Economy Institute Cohort 4 Research Grants 2026
Brief Description
The
Microsoft AI Economy Institute (AIEI) has opened applications for Cohort 4 of its Senior Fellows Program, offering funding to global scholars exploring how generative artificial intelligence affects labor markets, organizational productivity, education systems, and broader economic structures. First launched in 2025, the program supports independent, policy-relevant scholarship designed to guide decision-makers, educators, and industry leaders through the rapid global adoption of AI technology. If you hold a doctoral or equivalent terminal degree and work within an accredited academic or research institution, this global research opportunity allows you to conduct high-impact research while collaborating directly with international peers and subject-matter experts. Selected proposals receive
$75,000 research gifts alongside dedicated travel allowances for program events.
Name of Host Institution
Microsoft AI Economy Institute (AIEI)Requirements/Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be affiliated with an accredited university or research institution anywhere worldwide.
- All Principal Investigators (PIs) and co-PIs must hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree (such as an MD, JD, or DrPH) at the time of application.
- Proposals may feature up to two Principal Investigators, though only one award gift will be issued per selected team.
- Interdisciplinary research teams are encouraged to apply, provided every listed PI satisfies all baseline eligibility criteria.
Award and Support
Each chosen proposal receives a single research gift of
$75,000. In addition, each funded project is granted one travel allowance to facilitate attendance at a multi-day, in-person workshop with institute leadership:
- $7,500 for awardees based in the United States, Canada, or Mexico.
- $20,000 for awardees based in all other international locations.
Application Components
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