Gorilla Grants for Psychology* Research and Teaching
*(and related disciplines i.e. Linguistics, Social Sciences, Behavioural Science, Behavioural Economic etc.)
Discover how you can secure funding for psychology and social science research with Gorilla’s $2,000+ grant packages! In this video, we explore how Gorilla Experiment Builder enables researchers to create lab-quality online studies without coding and provides essential resources to make ambitious studies a reality. Hear from past grant winners and get insider tips on crafting a standout 2025 application for fields like psychology, linguistics, behavioral science, and more.
Watch now to learn how to fund your next big study!
About the Speakers
Jo Evershed works as a Research Specialist at Gorilla Experiment Builder. She completed her degree in Mathematics, Computer Science and Cognitive Science at the University of Grenoble (France), before obtaining her PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Leeds (UK) in 2022. Her thesis, which examined the impact of bilingualism and ageing on the communication between the cerebral hemispheres, has shown her the benefits of online research and she decided to join Gorilla to work on improving behavioral science as a whole.
Clare Renshaw is the Communications Lead at Gorilla Experiment Builder, and runs the Gorilla Grants program. She completed her degree in Psychology at the University of Warwick. She also holds an MSc in Applied Psychology and Economic Behaviour from the University of Bath, where she would have saved a lot of stress if she could have used Gorilla for her thesis project on whether defaults are mediated by organisational trust!
Federica Ruzzante is a PhD candidate in Cognitive Neuroscience at IMT Lucca, and her research explores the intersection of decision-making, reasoning, and social media. As both a behavioral scientist and a frequent social media user, she studies how social media platforms influence cognitive processes, specifically in the context of decision-making. We know that cognitive biases play a huge role in our everyday choices, but do these biases become even stronger in the fast-paced world of social media? And if they do, what are the underlying mechanisms behind this amplification?
Yue Li is a PhD candidate at Purdue University and the 2023 recipient of the Gorilla and Prolific Research Grant. Her dissertation research focuses on English language production, using a picture-based elicitation methodology fully implemented on the Gorilla platform.
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Q&A
+ Can researchers who already have a Gorilla subscription apply for this grant?
No, this grant is intended for researchers who do not currently hold a Gorilla subscription. This grant is specifically for new users to experience Gorilla. However, future grants may be open to current subscribers.
+ Is health research possible to conduct online using Gorilla?
Yes, health research is possible online. Previous studies have included topics like weight loss, depression, anxiety, and phobias. For specifics, you may search for health-related studies on Gorilla's publications page.
+ Who can apply for this grant? Only PhD students or researchers at all career stages?
This grant is open to researchers at all career stages, not just PhD students or early-career researchers.
+ Does Gorilla support eye-tracking experiments, and how accurate is the data?
Yes, Gorilla supports webcam-based eye-tracking, which can track multiple areas of interest. While it may lack the precision of dedicated hardware, it can still achieve useful data for certain paradigms. For further details, watch the eye-tracking webinar.
+ What is behavioral science, and what disciplines does it include?
Behavioral science is a broad term encompassing fields that study human behavior, such as behavioral economics, psychology, and sociology. These fields aim to understand and potentially influence human behavior in specific contexts.
+ Does the 500-word grant application limit include references?
Yes, the word limit includes references. Only a few in-text citations are required to show the theoretical basis of your research question.
+ Will Gorilla integrate with non-webcam eye-tracking devices in the future?
Gorilla is exploring options for integration with non-webcam eye-tracking, though it's not currently available. Updates may come next year.
+ Are grants available from Gorilla every year?
While not guaranteed, Gorilla has offered grants for the past five years, and it is likely to continue.
+ Are previous Gorilla webinars available online?
Yes, previous webinars are available on Gorilla’s website and collaborations with Sage are available on YouTube and on the Sage Research Methods Community Blog.
+ How accurate are reaction times in Gorilla’s online research tools?
Gorilla's tools are designed to ensure accurate reaction times, with asynchronous data handling that minimizes reliance on internet connectivity. Research has shown Gorilla’s reaction times to be reliable across numerous studies. For more details, refer to the paper on the accuracy of online research tools.
+ Who is on the grant selection panel?
The panel consists of Gorilla team members, all of whom have at least a psychology degree.
+ Can Gorilla be used to study different teaching methods in argumentative writing?
Yes, this type of research, focusing on how individuals learn or respond to communication methods, falls within the scope of behavioral research.