Cisco Research Funding

About this program

Cisco Research, the research arm of Cisco Systems, Inc., offers funding for collaborative projects in areas featured on its site such as quantum technologies and cybersecurity. The funding supports research partnerships and projects that advance Cisco’s strategic priorities in networking, security, and emerging quantum systems. Applicants are generally expected to be academic researchers, startups, or industry partners proposing collaborative work with clear technical objectives, deliverables, and alignment to Cisco’s research themes. Specific eligibility, submission requirements, IP and contractual terms are governed by Cisco’s corporate policies, so prospective applicants should consult the Cisco Research funding page or contact Cisco Research for full details.