The Hopland Research & Extension Center (HREC) is soliciting proposals for new and continuing research projects for the period July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. HREC will continue to accept off-cycle proposals throughout the 2026-2027 year as long as resources are available to meet the needs of the project.
If you would like to apply for funds to support your research at HREC, you may also wish to apply for the Hopland Scholars Research Award.
Research Rates are approved on an annual basis. The following are the proposed rates for the 2026-27 research year.
Proposed 2026-27 Rates:
Per Project Rate, UC PI Cost $2,097.00
Per Labor Hour Rate, UC PI Cost $49.66/Hour
Per Animal Labor Hour Rate, UC PI Cost $57.75/Hour
The Center’s Research Advisory Committee will evaluate the proposed research and extension for scientific merit, regional appropriateness, ability of Hopland REC to provide the requested service. Researchers will receive by email a letter of acceptance if the project is approved for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Projects not approved will receive a detailed explanation of the reason for denial from the Center Director.
For help with submitting a proposal: Todd Merrifield, HREC Business Officer, tmerrifield@ucanr.edu
For questions about the research proposal process/research opportunities at Hopland REC: John Bailey, Center Director, jtbailey@ucanr.edu.