Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities
ID: 352650Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)

Award Range

$1 - $250K

Eligible Applicants

Private Institutions of Higher Education

Funding Category

Humanities

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352650

Additional Information

https://www.neh.gov/grants/odh/institutes-advanced-topics-in-the-digital-humanities
Timeline
    Description

    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for the Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities program, which aims to fund training programs for scholars, humanities professionals, and advanced graduate students to enhance their expertise in digital humanities. This initiative seeks to increase the integration of digital technology in humanities research and teaching, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration and the development of outputs such as trained scholars, curricula, and open educational resources. With an estimated total program funding of $850,000 and individual awards ranging from $1 to $250,000, the application deadline is set for February 13, 2025, with an optional draft submission due by December 12, 2024. Interested applicants can reach out to the Office of Digital Humanities at odh@neh.gov for further information, and additional details can be found at the NEH website.

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    odh@neh.gov
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    The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) is inviting applications for the Institutes for Advanced Topics in the Digital Humanities program, funding training programs for scholars and advanced students to enhance their expertise in digital humanities. With an expected budget of approximately $850,000 and anticipated awards of up to $250,000, the program aims to bolster the integration of digital technology in humanities research and teaching. The application deadline is February 13, 2025, with an optional draft submission due by December 12, 2024. Eligible applicants include tax-exempt nonprofit organizations, accredited higher education institutions, and government agencies. Projects can last up to 36 months, starting between October 1, 2025, and September 1, 2026. The NEH encourages interdisciplinary collaboration and aims to produce outputs such as trained scholars, curricula, and open educational resources. The program focuses on ensuring accessibility and addressing topics like artificial intelligence, digital scholarship, and innovative engagement with public audiences, while also promoting equity in community involvement. This funding opportunity emphasizes the importance of ethical considerations in the design and application of digital tools in the humanities.
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