The McDonnell Academy Faculty Network at WashU is an esteemed assembly of distinguished faculty members who are dedicated mentors to our McDonnell Scholars.
These faculty play a crucial role in fostering international collaboration and facilitating academic commerce with leading universities worldwide. Through their guidance and extensive expertise, they help cultivate an enriching educational environment and drive innovative research. By facilitating collaborative research initiatives, the faculty network contributes significantly to advancing global knowledge and addressing pressing challenges across various fields.
At a glance
The Faculty Network is an interdisciplinary community of distinguished faculty from all seven WashU schools, actively engaged in a wide range of global research and academic initiatives.
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Faculty news
Jun elected to AAAS
Young-Shin Jun, professor of energy, environmental & chemical engineering, is among seven faculty members at WashU and 471 new fellows selected by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), one of the most distinct honors in the scientific community.
2024 Global Incubator Seed Grants Awarded
A total of 20 projects won, allowing research examining a whole host of issues, from the cyber defense of medical devices to the impacts of affordable housing on physical activity and health in Brazil. Funding for this year’s cycle is made possible with support from the Office of the Provost, the “Here and Next” strategic plan, and the Millard family gift to the McDonnell International Scholars Academy. By the numbers
Seeds of Impact
Nurturing research through Global Accelerator Grants Since its 2020 inception, the McDonnell Academy Seed Grant initiative has served as researchers’ starting point. This year, we expanded it by integrating the McDonnell Academy Global Accelerator Grant, enhancing opportunities for endeavors gaining momentum. This crucial support nurtures initial ideas, ensures preliminary data collection, and propels projects to […]
Spotlight on Global Health Research
ICHAD Director Fred Ssewamala and Dr. Mary McKay discuss engaging adolescents in research and policy on Uganda’s morning show at NTV
Global health seed grants funded
The key objective of the Global Health Seed Funding effort was to help stimulate new global health research collaborations, strengthen existing partnerships and projects, and help faculty become more competitive for larger, extramural grant opportunities.
McDonnell Academy seed grants provide momentum for international collaboration
This year’s awards are made possible by the McDonnell International Scholars Academy and the Office of the Provost’s joint investment of nearly half a million dollars.