The University of Haifa and the University of Connecticut Joint Research Fund supports collaborative research initiatives between the two institutions. The fund is designed to promote new academic partnerships, encourage joint research activities, and lay the groundwork for future external funding applications and joint publications. The 2026 call supports projects across a wide range of disciplines, with an emphasis on strong collaborations and the unique contribution of each partner institution.
| Recipients | Project Title |
| Dr. Tair Ben-Porat, University of Haifa; Dr. Sherry Pagoto, University of Connecticut | Understanding Behavioral Processes Following Discontinuation of Incretin-Based Obesity Medications: A Binational Study to Inform Intervention Development |
| Prof. Yizhaq Makovsky, University of Haifa; Prof. Tracy Frank and Prof. Christopher Fielding, University of Connecticut | From Earth History to Energy Futures: Critical Elements in the Eastern Mediterranean |