About the Program
The Weiss Fund supports research by students and ladder faculty working in development economics, broadly defined, funding projects that address a wide range of issues affecting less developed countries.
Apply
The Weiss Fund aims to sponsor research that will positively affect the lives of people living in developing countries around the world. Learn more about eligibility requirements and the application process.
Kabir Banerjee Predoctoral Fellowship
Founded to honor the life of Kabir Banerjee, this predoctoral fellowship is an initiative by the Weiss Fund for Research in Development Economics that seeks to expand the representation of researchers from low and lower-middle income countries in leading academic programs in development economics.
Contact
Please email the Weiss Fund at weissfund@uchicago.edu with any questions.