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Spring 2026 Call for Proposals - Amazon Research Awards (ARA)

  • 1.  Spring 2026 Call for Proposals - Amazon Research Awards (ARA)

    Posted 15 hours ago
    Amazon Research Awards (ARA) is announcing the Spring 2026 call for proposals across seven exciting research areas:



    Key Details: Deadline: May 6, 2026 (11:59 PM Pacific Time) What we're looking for: Quality scientific content, creativity, and potential for impact at scale. Theory, practice, and novel techniques are all welcome! What recipients get: Unrestricted funds, AWS promotional credits, an assigned Amazon research contact, plus training resources including AWS tutorials and hands-on sessions with Amazon scientists and engineers

    Please share this opportunity with relevant faculty and researchers at your partner universities and eligible individuals in your professional networks!

    Encourage them to visit the ARA website learn more about the CFP, application process and review the frequently asked questions before applying.

    Thank you for helping us connect with talented researchers who can contribute to advancing these important areas of study. Researchers can contact the ARA team directly at this email address research-awards@amazon.com.


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    Samridhi Vats
    Business Analyst
    Amazon
    Bellevue WA
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