Think Big

This program targets research that might be considered speculative or contains out-of-the-box thinking. We welcome proposals including, but not limited to, ideas that:

1. Challenge fundamental assumptions in your field
2. Propose novel frameworks for solving long-standing problems
3. Could enable order-of-magnitude improvements over current approaches
4. Have the potential to create new technical capabilities
5. Could open unexplored frontiers in science and technology

This Think Big track complements our standard Amazon Research Awards program. If your Think Big idea aligns with an open Amazon Research Awards call for proposals, submit your proposal directly through that CFP. We welcome proposals here for all topics not covered by open Amazon Research Awards calls for proposal.

Up to $170,000 USD available