GSF Spain
Supporting new research collaborations between MIT and Spain
The call for applications for the 2026–2027 GSF cycle is now open and will close on December 3, 2026.
Apply hereMIT-Spain INDITEX Circularity Seed Fund
The MIT-Spain INDITEX Circularity Seed Fund supports collaborations between MIT and universities and research institutions across Spain.
Maximum award: $30,000
Priority will be given to projects in:
- Sustainable fabrics and raw materials
- Textile-to-textile recycling technologies
- Sustainable logistics
- Water or energy textile processes optimization
- Improve textile maintenance
- Optimize biodegradability
- Traceability at yarn level
MIT-Spain Universidad Politécnica de Madrid Seed Fund
The MIT-Spain Universidad Politécnica de Madrid Seed Fund supports collaborations between MIT and its colleagues at the Universidad Politécnica de Madrid.
Priority will be given to projects in:
Are new or are entering a new phase
Involve students in a meaningful way
Have high potential for impact beyond the initial funding period, such as continued collaboration, joint proposals, or other opportunities
Include a balanced exchange and demonstrate complementarity between the two universities
Maximum award: $30,000
MIT-Spain UNED Seed Fund
The MIT-Spain UNED Seed Fund supports collaborations between MIT and its colleagues at UNED (Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia).
Priority will be given to projects in:
Are new or are entering a new phase
Involve students in a meaningful way
Have high potential for impact beyond the initial funding period, such as continued collaboration, joint proposals, or other opportunities
Include a balanced exchange and demonstrate complementarity between the two universities
Maximum award: $30,000
