clustergives

Clustergives refers to the practice of securing philanthropic funding for research projects through a competitive process, often involving multiple institutions collaborating on a large-scale research initiative. This approach is commonly employed in academic and scientific settings, where researchers and institutions seek to pool their resources and expertise to tackle complex research questions.

The term "Clustergives" is derived from the combination of "cluster" and "gives," highlighting the collaborative nature of the funding process. Clustergives typically involve a group of institutions pooling their resources to provide a more substantial research budget compared to a single institution. This collaborative approach allows researchers to pursue larger and more ambitious research projects.

Clustergives often involve a competitive funding process, where none or a limited number of projects are funded. This process encourages proposers to think creatively and develop innovative research ideas, increasing the efficiency of the research funding process.

The benefits of Clustergives include increased collaboration among researchers and institutions, accelerated innovation, and greater impact of research projects. Clustergives also allow funders to achieve economies of scale, making them more attractive to funders who wish to support large-scale research initiatives.

In recent years, Clustergives have become increasingly popular in various fields, including medicine, technology, and social sciences. Examples of Clustergives include the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) cluster funding initiatives and the European Union's Horizon 2020 program. These initiatives demonstrate the effectiveness of Clustergives in driving collaborative research and advancing knowledge in various fields.