Our goal is to empower grassroots bio-enthusiasts and independent researchers to explore biological experiments that can contribute to the broader scientific community and foster public engagement in science.

Budget per project: $5,000

Nr of projects: 2-3

Initiatives aimed at making advanced biological research more affordable and accessible, particularly for educational and community labs.

Projects that focus on increasing the accuracy and accessibility of environmental data collection, particularly in areas with limited resources.

Proposals that include educational workshops or training sessions for participants, with a focus on practical skills and real-world applications.

Efforts to create standardized protocols or tools to improve reproducibility across different labs and setups.

Eligibility criteria:

• Open to individuals, community labs, and small research teams.
• Applicants should demonstrate a strong commitment to DIY biology and have a clear plan for utilizing the funds effectively.
• Proposals must outline how the project will benefit the broader community and contribute to scientific knowledge.

Project ideas:

Project Ideas

Who else can co-sponsor if we put up $5k + $2.5k in GROW? = $7.5k