Each nanogrant is valued at $500 USD. Funding will be granted in the form of direct payment for approved expenses, with any remaining balance going directly to the award recipient(s) at the conclusion of the work.

Successful applicants also receive access to DGCooley & Co.’s network of mentors to assist as needed with study design, execution, and publication efforts. Introductions to research tool vendors who may be interested in supporting the work may also be provided as applicable.

Experience researchers of all stripes are encouraged to apply. The program is open to students, practitioners, retirees, and anyone in between. Applicants may be individuals or teams.

Any research question relevant to customer experience strategy research is appropriate for this nanogrant. Qualitative, quantitative, and hybrid studies will be considered. The “nano” nature of the grant means it lends itself to smaller studies addressing specific research questions, but there are no strict rules about the scope of the proposed work.

Good ideas crop up all the time! The Roots in Research Nanogrant is always open to applications.

A panel of at least three relevant judges will consider each application. Proposals will be evaluated for their viability and importance to the field, with additional considerations for presentation and creativity.

To apply for the Roots in Research Nanogrant, simply email your submission to RootsInResearch(at)ForgeHarmonic(dot)com.