The University of Windsor hosts four Fulbright Canada Research Chairs: visiting awards that bring U.S. scholars and professionals to campus for one semester of research, teaching, and mentorship. Use this page to find the Chair that fits your expertise, check your eligibility, and apply.
Next competition (2028–2029 academic year): Applications open in February 2027 and close September 15, 2027. See how to apply.
On this page:
- What is a Fulbright Chair?
- Award at a glance
- Chairs and specializations
- Explore each Chair
- Eligibility
- How to apply
- Frequently asked questions
- Contact
What Is a Fulbright Canada Research Chair?
Fulbright Canada Research Chairs are pre-arranged affiliations that let Canadian universities host exceptional U.S. scholars. Awards are merit-based and may be held at the same time as other awards or salaries.
The University of Windsor signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Fulbright Canada in October 2025 to host up to four Fulbright Scholars each academic year. Located directly across from Detroit, Michigan, the University is a natural home for cross-border research.
Award at a Glance
These details apply to all four Chairs.
- Award Benefit: US$25,000 for one semester (4 months), paid directly to the scholar
- Academic Year: 2028–2029
- Start: Fall (September) or winter (January) term, as confirmed by Fulbright Canada
- Applications Open: February 2027
- Application Deadline: September 15, 2027
- Letter of Invitation: Not required, and not encouraged
- Contact: Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation, vpri@uwindsor.ca
| Chair | Specializations |
|---|---|
| Business and Management | Business strategy, innovation, management, entrepreneurship, data analytics, cross-border trade, financial management. |
| Law, Justice, and Transnationalism | Transnational law, human rights, comparative legal studies, access to justice, environmental law, international legal frameworks, rhetoric and argumentation theory. |
| Automobility and Cybersecurity Innovations | Automobility, cybersecurity, intelligent transportation systems, smart infrastructure, AI-driven vehicle security, connected and autonomous vehicles. |
| Sustainable Resources and Environmental Human Health | Aspects of environmental science, sustainability studies, environmental change policy, ecological restoration, environmental health, One Health within the above-described Departments and Schools in the Faculty of Science. |
What a Chair Can Do
All four Chairs allow applicants to propose to:
- Advise and/or mentor students
- Assist in faculty, curriculum, and/or program development
- Conduct a research project designated by the host institution
- Conduct a research project of the applicant’s choosing
- Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses designated by the host institution
- Teach graduate and/or undergraduate courses of the applicant’s choosing
Explore the Chairs
Each Chair below includes its grant description, specializations, and the Fulbright award to select when you apply. Select a Chair’s bar to expand it, and select it again to collapse it.
Fulbright award to select: Research Chairs in Business and Management (2027–2028 Award Number: 271427-CA; the 2028–2029 number will be confirmed by Fulbright Canada)
Grant Description
The Fulbright Canada Chair in Business and Management will align with the Odette School of Business’ mission to cultivate innovative, socially responsible business leaders and produce impactful and influential research and scholarship within a multidisciplinary environment. An AACSB-accredited institution in a dynamic border city, the School is a hub for various areas of management research, encompassing accounting, finance, management and labour studies, supply chain management and business data analytics, marketing, and strategy and entrepreneurship. The school offers an excellent environment for the Fulbright Canada Chair to engage in cross-border and interdisciplinary collaboration.
The Chair will work to bolster Odette’s existing research strength at the intersection of management, governance, and societal well-being. We envision the Fulbright Canada Chair in Research and Management instrumental to further developing our capacity for research on areas such as: transparent, ethical, and innovative business practices; enhancing business resilience and sustainability by understanding the intersections between justice, governance, and well-being; research on the role of entrepreneurship in advancing societal change; and/or improving economic outcomes through holistic business strategy.
Specializations
Business strategy, innovation, management, entrepreneurship, data analytics, cross-border trade, financial management.
Who Should Apply
Scholars with expertise in management, innovation, and social impact, especially those with interdisciplinary research backgrounds and industry collaboration experience.
Links
Fulbright award to select: Research Chairs in Policy, Law, and Governance (2027–2028 Award Number: 271438-CA; the 2028–2029 number will be confirmed by Fulbright Canada)
Grant Description
The Fulbright Chair in Law, Justice, and Transnationalism at the University of Windsor will be hosted within the Faculty of Law, a hub for interdisciplinary research with an emphasis on social justice and transnational legal studies. The Faculty is known for its commitment to access to justice, comparative legal systems, argumentation theory, and cross-border relationships, particularly in the context of Canada-U.S. border relations. In addition, through the work of a variety of specialized units, along with the extensive expertise of the faculty members, the Faculty of Law demonstrates a strong commitment to addressing legal issues that transcend national borders and promoting justice on a global scale. It also hosts a doctoral program in Argumentation Studies with an inter-disciplinary focus, where projects are pursued in areas such as social justice, Indigenous argumentation and International Law.
The Fulbright chair will engage in research on issues related to justice, human rights, and transnational processes, mentor students, and lead guest lectures and interdisciplinary discussions. The Chair will have access to extensive legal research networks, collaborative opportunities with policymakers and community groups, and engagement with Windsor’s unique cross-border legal landscape.
Research Centres and Networks
- Transnational Law and Racial Justice Network
- Windsor Law Centre for Cities
- Law and Technology Lab (LTEC Lab)
- Indigenous Legal Orders Institute
- Law, Disability and Social Change Project
- Centre for Research in Reasoning, Argumentation and Rhetoric (CRRAR)
Specializations
Transnational law, human rights, comparative legal studies, access to justice, environmental law, international legal frameworks, rhetoric and argumentation theory.
Who Should Apply
Scholars with a strong research profile in transnational justice, legal systems, or comparative law, especially those with experience in interdisciplinary collaboration, student mentorship, and cross-border legal studies.
Links
Fulbright award to select: Research Chairs in Science and Technology (2027–2028 Award Number: 271437-CA; the 2028–2029 number will be confirmed by Fulbright Canada)
Grant Description
The Fulbright Chair in Automobility and Cybersecurity Innovations at the University of Windsor will join an innovative research and innovation ecosystem at the Faculty of Engineering. The Faculty has a strong focus on advanced mobility, autonomous vehicles, cybersecurity, and smart infrastructure and collaborates extensively with industry leaders to develop next-generation transportation and security solutions. With research clusters such as Centre for Hybrid Automotive Research and Green Energy (CHARGE) and SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence, the Faculty is at the forefront of all aspects of automobility, contributing significantly to advancements in electric vehicle (EV) technology and automotive cybersecurity. The Fulbright Chair will engage in interdisciplinary research, mentor graduate and undergraduate students, contribute to curriculum development, and lead seminars and guest lectures.
The Fulbright scholar will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities and collaboration opportunities with the Windsor-Detroit automobility industry. Additional grant activities may include public outreach and policy discussions related to transportation security and smart mobility solutions.
Specializations
Automobility, cybersecurity, intelligent transportation systems, smart infrastructure, AI-driven vehicle security, connected and autonomous vehicles.
Who Should Apply
Scholars with expertise in autonomous vehicle security, AI-based transportation safety, or connected vehicle technologies, especially those with interdisciplinary research backgrounds and industry collaboration experience.
Links
- Faculty of Engineering homepage
- Cybersecurity and Automobility Research (news story: Centre to drive research and education in automotive cybersecurity)
- Centre for Hybrid Automotive Research and Green Energy (CHARGE)
- SHIELD Automotive Cybersecurity Centre of Excellence
- Engineering research centres and labs
- Fulbright Canada listing: Research Chairs in Science and Technology
Listed by Fulbright Canada as the “Fulbright Canada Chair in Sustainable Resources and Environmental Human Health, University of Windsor.”
Fulbright award to select: Research Chairs in Environmental, Food, and Health Studies (2027–2028 Award Number: 271439-CA; the 2028–2029 number will be confirmed by Fulbright Canada)
Grant Description
The Faculty of Science is committed to providing a comprehensive education and fostering cutting edge research and innovation within various scientific disciplines distributed across six Departments and two Schools: Integrative Biology, Biomedical Science, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Environment, Mathematics & Statistics, and Physics. Each of these Departments and Schools is actively engaged in scholarship related to environmental sustainability, and its implications for human health through several key initiatives. A few of these initiatives are emphasized by the Faculty of Science and further strengthen our distinct, broad, and multidisciplinary academic units: (i) the Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research (GLIER), a multidisciplinary institute which addresses and connects complex environmental issues from genes to ecosystems on large lakes and their watersheds, (ii) the WE-SPARK Health Institute, which offers opportunity for partnerships from across the Windsor-Essex region at the nexus of environment, human health, and sustainability, and (iii) the National Urban Park Hub (UW-NUPH), which is Canada’s first research, teaching, and community engagement project focused on a national urban park within the Great Lakes watershed, and supported by Parks Canada. In addition, the University of Windsor has established partnerships through the new United Nations Regional Centre of Expertise (RCE) on education for sustainable development in the Detroit-Windsor region.
The selected Fulbright Chair will be integrated into an innovative and collegial academic environment that emphasizes applied research, experiential learning, and community engagement within the Faculty of Science. The Chair will be expected to engage in research aligned with ongoing scholarship, mentor students, and contribute to academic curriculum, teaching, and program development.
The Fulbright scholar will have access to state-of-the-art research facilities, support for field work, cross-disciplinary collaborative opportunities with environment and sustainability scientists, environmental policy experts, and engagement with local and regional environmental initiatives. Additional grant activities may include guest lectures, public outreach, and interdisciplinary seminars.
Specializations
Aspects of environmental science, sustainability studies, environmental change policy, ecological restoration, environmental health, One Health within the above-described Departments and Schools in the Faculty of Science.
Who Should Apply
Mid-career scholars with a strong interdisciplinary research profile in environmental sustainability, environmental change mitigation, ecological restoration, or environmental policy. Priority is given to candidates with a record of externally funded research, student mentorship, international research collaboration, and public engagement on environmental issues.
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Eligibility
Fulbright Canada sets and maintains the official eligibility requirements for these awards.
Key Requirements at a Glance
- U.S. citizenship (permanent residence is not sufficient)
- A Ph.D. or equivalent professional or terminal degree, unless the award description says otherwise
- Not residing in Canada and not holding Canadian permanent residency
This is only a summary. Read the complete official requirements before you apply:
Read the official Fulbright Canada eligibility requirements
How to Apply in 3 Steps
- Step 1: Choose your Chair. Use the Chairs and specializations table and the Chair details to find the best fit for your expertise. Note the Fulbright award to select for that Chair.
- Step 2: Contact us (recommended). Formal letters of invitation are not required and not encouraged, but Fulbright Canada encourages applicants to contact the host institution to discuss research interests. Email vpri@uwindsor.ca with the Chair you are interested in and a short summary of your project. We will connect you with potential faculty collaborators.
- Step 3: Apply online by September 15, 2027. Follow the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program application steps and requirements to download the instructions and complete the online application. Every application requires a Project Statement, CV/Resume, Recommendations, and Short Essays. The Institute of International Education (IIE) administers the application.
Fulbright Canada also provides a Writing a Successful Application guide (PDF, 3 pages) and full application instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. For research chair awards, formal letters of invitation are not required and not encouraged. You are encouraged to contact us at vpri@uwindsor.ca to discuss your research interests.
If you are recommended for an award, Fulbright Canada may ask you to confirm your preferred award and host institution, and to name up to three Alternate Awards. This lets you be considered for more than one award.
The residency is one semester (4 months) in the 2028–2029 academic year, starting in September 2028 or January 2029. Fulbright Canada confirms start dates.
Yes. Fulbright Canada awards may be held with other awards or salaries, and faculty sabbatical, leave-of-absence, or retirement pay may be used at the same time.
Not necessarily. You propose your activities, which may include research, teaching, mentoring students, and program development, depending on the Chair.
The University of Windsor is an English-language university, so we do not require French. For language requirements, see the official Fulbright Canada eligibility requirements.
The Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation responds to applicant emails, including from May to September and particularly in August.
Resources
- Fulbright Canada Research Chairs overview
- Fulbright Canada How to Apply
- Fulbright Canada eligibility requirements
- Fulbright Canada award benefits
- Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program: application steps and requirements
- News: University of Windsor and Fulbright Canada partnership announcement
Contact
For questions about any Chair, or to discuss research interests and potential collaborators, contact the Office of the Vice-President, Research and Innovation at vpri@uwindsor.ca.