Explore 2025-2026 Bass Connections Project Teams
Apply by February 10, 2025, at 5 p.m.
Duke students from all levels and schools are invited to check out the new Bass Connections project teams for 2025-2026.
The deadline for applications is February 10, 2025, at 5 p.m. EST.
Browse 2025-2026 Project Teams
Bass Connections project teams bring together faculty, postdocs, graduate students and undergraduates to tackle complex societal challenges in interdisciplinary research teams. Project teams are aligned with six interdisciplinary thematic areas, and most collaborate with partners outside Duke, including companies, nonprofits, universities, school systems, hospitals and government agencies.
Project teams last for two semesters; some teams include a summer component. Academic credit and summer funding are available. Students can apply to up to three project teams.
Students can browse the full list of project teams, which can be filtered by theme, focus area and special opportunities. Each project team page contains a detailed project description, anticipated outputs, student opportunities, timeline and list of team leaders.
Bring Your Questions to the Bass Connections Fair on January 24
Students of all levels are encouraged to stop by the Bass Connections Fair on Friday, January 24, 2025, from 2-4 p.m. in Penn Pavilion.
At the fair, students can talk with project team leaders and Bass Connections staff to learn more about new project opportunities and the benefits of participation
Before You Apply
Take some time to learn how project teams work, review FAQs, explore the benefits of participation and browse stories from students about their Bass Connections experiences.
The online application will ask you to provide basic background information, a resume, name and contact information for two references (one of which should be a faculty member unless you are a first-year student), and a response to a short-answer question about your prior experiences working with teams. You will also be asked to complete several short-answer questions specific to each of the projects to which you are applying. You can save and return to your work within the application system.
The deadline for applications is February 10, 2025, at 5 p.m. EST.
Create Your Own Path
Need some help planning your Bass Connections pathway?
Undergraduate students can seek guidance from Duke’s Directors of Academic Engagement, who offer individualized, hour-long advising appointments to guide students through the process of integrating Bass Connections into their academic plans.
Graduate students should speak to their departmental adviser and check out The Graduate School's professional development resources to help guide their pathways. Professional school students should consider consulting with advising services and resources within their school or unit.
Learn More
- Review Student FAQs and read reflections from students about the impact of Bass Connections on their Duke experience.
- Explore Bass Connections summer programs, including the Summer Neuroscience Program and Data+, and find additional summer research opportunities through Duke's growing array of summer "plus" programs.
- Apply for funding to support your own research idea through our Bass Connections student research grants.