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University Equipment Grant Program

Advancing Research Through Precision Flow Control

Brooks Instrument is proud to support university researchers who are pushing the boundaries of science and engineering with up to $5,000 in flow instrumentation.

The 2026 application period is now closed. Thank you to the university researchers around the world who submitted proposals. Sign up to be notified when the next application period opens.

Supporting the next generation of scientific discovery.

The Brooks Instrument University Equipment Grant Program provides selected university labs or research teams with access to Brooks flow and pressure instrumentation, application support, and technical expertise to help advance high-impact research or expand educational opportunities.

Whether your work is focused on chemical engineering, hydrogen energy, catalysis, carbon capture, advanced materials, biotechnology, aerospace, or another field where precise flow control matters, this program is designed to help researchers move from concept to discovery with confidence.

Program Overview

Selected recipients will receive up to $5,000 (5,000 EUR) in Brooks Instrument products and technical support to help support an active or upcoming university research project.

Awards may include eligible Brooks products such as:

Mass Flow Controllers
Variable Area Flow Meters
Pressure Controllers

Who Should Apply?

Eligible Applicants

The program is open to university-based researchers, including:

  • Faculty Researchers
  • Principal Investigators
  • New Faculty Labs
  • University Research Centers
  • Graduate Research Groups with Faculty Sponsorship

Applicants could be enhancing teaching labs or working on a research project where accurate flow measurement, flow control, or pressure control plays an important role.

Research Areas of Interest

Brooks welcomes applications across a wide range of research areas, including but not limited to:

  • Advanced Materials
  • Biotechnology & Life Sciences
  • Catalysis and Chemical Engineering
  • Carbon Capture and Utilization
  • Hydrogen Generation, Storage, and Utilization
  • Energy Transition / Sustainable Energy
  • Battery Research
  • Aerospace and Propulsion
  • Fusion and Plasma Research
  • Quantum Technology
What We're Looking For

Applications will be evaluated based on:

  • Research Impact
  • Technical Fit for Brooks instrumentation
  • Innovation
  • Educational Value
  • Potential for Collaboration
  • Ability to share outcomes through a success story, case study, webinar, or approved marketing content

2026 Program Schedule — Applications Closed

Important Dates

The 2026 application period closed September 30. Applications are currently under review, with selected recipients to be announced October 12.

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Applications Open

Applications accepted on the Brooks Instrument website.

Application Deadline

Completed applications must be submitted.

Recipients Announced

Selected recipients are announced.

Recipient Expectations

Selected recipients will be asked to:

  • Participate in a kickoff discussion with Brooks application experts
  • Work with Brooks to confirm product fit and specifications
  • Provide a brief project summary
  • Share approved photos or project updates where possible
  • Participate in a follow-up success story, article, or webinar if appropriate and approved by the university

Questions?

For questions about the University Equipment Grant Program, please contact:

Brooks-Mktg@BrooksInstrument.com

Brooks Instrument looks forward to learning more about your research and exploring how precision flow control can help advance your work.

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The current application period has closed, but the Brooks Instrument University Equipment Grant Program will continue creating opportunities to support university research.

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