CS+[X] Grant for Creative Collaboration
Sponsored by Alfred Z. Spector and Rhonda G. Kost
About the Grant
CS+[X] aims to catalyze innovation through collaborative projects involving advanced computation technologies, with a focus on novel applications in disciplines outside of mainstream computer science. The X in "CS + [X]" refers to these disciplines, which include drama, art, music, design and architecture. CS+[X] encourages projects that are presented publicly, whether in performances, at the university's Meeting of the Minds undergraduate research symposium, gallery showings, exhibits or special venues/events.
CS+[X] grants are available to both CMU graduate and undergraduate students, including blended teams of both grad students and undergrads. Funding falls within the range of $3,000 to $5,000 per project (not individuals). A funded project must have meaningful and significant participation of at least one SCS student. Projects may help students fulfill academic degree requirements.
How to Apply
CS+[X] currently accepts proposals on a rolling basis through the academic calendar year. Proposals are reviewed and evaluated by an executive faculty committee. Proposers should submit their application via email to cs-x-fund@cs.cmu.edu.
Applications should consist of:
- One PDF document with the main proposal
- A second PDF document with proposed budget
- Other documents accessible via URLs supporting the request. (Optional)
- Application Form: .docx, .pdf
We look forward to learning about your ideas!
Project Gallery
The CS+[X] grant is a new and expanding program, but several projects have already been funded and completed. Learn more about them below.Too Many Captains (and Not Enough Wire)
In this interactive video game, players work together to navigate a star ship. The catch? The crew is entirely captains, and just one engineer — who can't see the screen! So players have to talk out how to operate the ship's weapons, shields and thrusters to survive the dangers of outer space. Play the game.
The Exploded Ensemble, "Songs in the Key of What"
The Exploded Ensemble facilitates new collaborations between musicians, computer scientists, and drama students in performance, stage production, lighting and more. Their first concert in May 2017 was supported by a CS+[X] grant. Learn more about their performance.