No other IT vendor provides such a funding pool for development by its end users. One of the key goals of the AUDF's funding mechanism is to support projects that best exploit Macintosh technology and will also assist member universities to enter into collaborative development. How to apply. Anyone using Macintosh technology in an academic environment to develop software or related programs is eligible to apply for an AUDF grant to further their project. Applications for AUDF grants are carefully assessed so that grants awarded will be beneficial to the recipient and the universities.
Preference is given to projects which have a broad educational applicability.
Preference will given to those projects that are appropriately staffed. The commitment of the nominating university to support the project is vital. The AUDF has been established to produce real products. It is not designed to support pure research. Applications should define what the results of the project would be, when they will be completed and how they will be made available to interested users.