Join us on February 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM (EST) for a UGPN Research Cafe!

The University Global Partnership Network (UGPN) advances collaborative research and education among its member institutions: North Carolina State University (NC State), the Universidade de São Paulo (USP), and the University of Surrey (UoS).

You are invited to a virtual conversation about the UGPN Research Collaboration Fund (RCF), which provides seed-funding for innovative and interdisciplinary research projects. The 2026 RCF call for proposals focuses on clean and reliable energy solutions. 

The February 12th Research Cafe will convene researchers from NC State, USP and UoS to build connections and generate ideas for joint RCF proposals. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions about the funding program.