Grant for Human Rights Research Project -Middle East and North Africa 2012

Deadline- 10 February 2012.

Countries/Region: Middle East and North Africa (MENA region)

The Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights and Humanitarian Law is a sovereign Institute academic institution. RWI is named after Raoul Wallenberg, a Swedish diplomat. Legally RWI is a charitable trust under Swedish private law and is . . . → Read More: Grant for Human Rights Research Project -Middle East and North Africa 2012

Swire Conservation Scholarship – Papua New Guinea

Deadline- March 15, 2012.

Countries/Region- Papua New Guinea

Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute CTFS is a global web of forest research lands devoted towards the study of tropical and temperate forest function and diversity. CTFS is a global program long term large scale forest research. CTFS covers and takes care . . . → Read More: Swire Conservation Scholarship – Papua New Guinea

UC ANR Competetive Grants 2012-Request for proposals

Deadline: Feb. 17, 2012

Countries/Region: California

The institute supports innovation and discovery aimed at solving real-world environmental problems. The institute’s faculty are committed to strengthening the scientific foundation for environmental decision making through collective entrepreneurship, a team-oriented approach that recognizes the complexities of environmental problems and the societal context . . . → Read More: UC ANR Competetive Grants 2012-Request for proposals

Call for Nominations Klaus J. Jacobs Research Prize 2012

The Jacobs Foundation invites specialists and experts in the field of child and adolescent research worldwide to nominate candidates for the Klaus J. Jacobs Research Prize 2012. The prize in honour of the Jacobs Foundation’s late founder Klaus J. Jacobs is awarded annually in the first week of December in Zurich, Switzerland.

. . . → Read More: Call for Nominations Klaus J. Jacobs Research Prize 2012

UNU Institute of Advanced Studies-2012 Fellowship Programme

Deadline: 29 February 2012

Countries/Region:Yokohama,Kanazawa,Japan

The United Nations University (UNU) — the academic arm of the United Nations system — implements research and educational programmes in the area of sustainable development, with the particular aim of assisting developing countries.

Established by the UN General Assembly in 1973 . . . → Read More: UNU Institute of Advanced Studies-2012 Fellowship Programme

African Union Research Grants-Open Call for Proposals -2012

Deadline: 20 April 2012

Countries/Region: AFRICA

The African Union Commission (AUC) is committed to ensure that science and technology in Africa contributes to its sustainable development efforts. The Act establishing the Union recognizes the need for Africa to embark on an ambitious strategic science and technology development programme, aimed . . . → Read More: African Union Research Grants-Open Call for Proposals -2012

EURIAS Fellowship Programme

Countries/Regions: Paris

The EURIAS Fellowship Programme is an initiative of NetIAS (Network of European Institutes for Advanced Study). The Network brings together 17 Institutes for Advanced Study across Europe. It was created in 2004 to stimulate a dialogue on IAS practices and possible forms of cooperation. Within the whole network, more than 500 . . . → Read More: EURIAS Fellowship Programme

Document on how to identify, locate and approach Funders

A document providing tips on how to identify and find funders has been made available by The Resource Alliance. The document aims to help individuals and organizations find funders for their humanitarian projects. It provides comprehensive information and guidelines on how to research and approach donors.

The document presents guidelines for . . . → Read More: Document on how to identify, locate and approach Funders

The Norman E. Borlaug Leadership Enhancement in Agriculture Program (LEAP)-International Programs

DEADLINE- FEBRUARY 3, 2012

Countries/Region- Africa

International Programs works with global partners to build the capacity of countries in Agriculture and the Environment in terms of: Research, Extension, and Education.

The Norman E. Borlaug Leadership Enhancement in Agriculture Program (Borlaug LEAP) is a fellowship program, funded by . . . → Read More: The Norman E. Borlaug Leadership Enhancement in Agriculture Program (LEAP)-International Programs

International Elephant Foundation-Worldwide Elephant Conservation Through 2012 Grants

DEADLINE- August 12, 2011

Countries/Region- Asia, Africa

IEF-supported projects protect elephants from poaching, seek solutions for human-elephant conflict, equip and train community conservationists, increase our knowledge of the treatment and prevention of disease and educate people. In 2012, IEF will provide over $225,000 to support elephant conservation around the . . . → Read More: International Elephant Foundation-Worldwide Elephant Conservation Through 2012 Grants

Insights for Donors

 A document containing insights for donors to strengthen monitoring and evaluation for women’s rights was published by Association For Women’s Rights in Development (AWID). The document, authored by Srilatha Batliwala, provides twelve specific insights for developing more effective M&E systems for people who are working for women’s rights.

The document draws . . . → Read More: Insights for Donors

EDCTP invites Proposals for Strategic Primer Grants to support Clinical Research Studies

European and Developing Countries Clinical Trials Partnership (EDCTP) is currently inviting proposals for its strategic primer grants. Founded in 2003, EDCTP is an association created in response to the global health crisis caused by the three main poverty-related diseases of HIV/AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis. EDCTP’s focus remains on development of new or improved . . . → Read More: EDCTP invites Proposals for Strategic Primer Grants to support Clinical Research Studies

SEASREP Foundation looking for Applications for the Postgraduate Fellowship Program

Southeast Asian Studies Regional Exchange Program (SEASREP) Foundation is currently inviting applications for the Postgraduate Fellowship Program. The SEASREP Foundation is a non-profit NGO with its office in the Philippines, and works to promote Southeast Asian studies in Southeast Asia. The Postgraduate Fellowship program offered by the foundation is run with the financial . . . → Read More: SEASREP Foundation looking for Applications for the Postgraduate Fellowship Program

Humanity in Action seeks Applications for the HIA Fellowship Program

Humanity in Action (HIA) is currently inviting applications for the Fellowship Program from eligible candidates in the US and select European countries. HIA is a non-profit and non-partisan organization as well as an international educational organization, which is dedicated for educating, inspiring and connecting students and young professionals across the world, committed to . . . → Read More: Humanity in Action seeks Applications for the HIA Fellowship Program

Reuters Institute at the University of Oxford invites Applications for the Journalism Fellowship Program

Founded in 2006, the Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism (RISJ) at the University of Oxford is a university research centre for international comparative journalism. The institute’s main focus remains on creating an international research centre in the comparative study of journalism. It also serves as a forum for a productive engagement . . . → Read More: Reuters Institute at the University of Oxford invites Applications for the Journalism Fellowship Program

German Institute of Global and Area Studies invites Papers for Presentation at International Workshop on Large-Scale Agricultural Investments

GIGA is currently inviting papers that would be presented at International Workshop on Large-Scale Agricultural Investments to be held on May 11, 2012 at Hamburg, Germany. . . . → Read More: German Institute of Global and Area Studies invites Papers for Presentation at International Workshop on Large-Scale Agricultural Investments

The Daniel and Nina Carasso Foundation seeks Entries for Biennial Prize

The Daniel and Nina Carasso Foundation is currently inviting entries for Premio Daniel Carasso Prize, an international award offered to a researcher with outstanding basic or applied research work on the topic “sustainable food and diets for long term human health”. This prize was started in memory of Daniel Carasso who dedicated his . . . → Read More: The Daniel and Nina Carasso Foundation seeks Entries for Biennial Prize

International Foundation for Science seeks Applications for Research Grants

IFS is currently inviting applications from eligible projects in select developing countries for the research grants. . . . → Read More: International Foundation for Science seeks Applications for Research Grants

The British School at Rome seeks Applications for Balsdon and Hugh Last Fellowships 2012-13

The Balsdon Fellowship is offered for research on the archaeology, art history, history, society and culture of Italy, from prehistory to the modern period. . . . → Read More: The British School at Rome seeks Applications for Balsdon and Hugh Last Fellowships 2012-13

Applications invited from Citizens of Select Countries for EXPERTS II Grants Program

EXPERTS II is the scholarship project targeted at citizens of Bangladesh, Bhutan, China, India, Indonesia, Nepal, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sri Lanka and Thailand . . . → Read More: Applications invited from Citizens of Select Countries for EXPERTS II Grants Program

The African Population and Health Research Centre invites Applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow

The African Population and Health Research Centre (APHRC) is currently seeking applications for a post-doctoral fellow in its Urbanization and Wellbeing Research Program . . . → Read More: The African Population and Health Research Centre invites Applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow

The Institute for International Economic Policy seeks Papers for Conference on “Economics of Ultra-poverty: Causes and Remedies”

IIEP will host a Conference on the “Economics of Ultra-poverty: Causes and Remedies” from March 22 – 23, 2012. In this regard, IIEP is inviting papers from interested individuals for presentation at the conference. . . . → Read More: The Institute for International Economic Policy seeks Papers for Conference on “Economics of Ultra-poverty: Causes and Remedies”

The Five College Women’s Studies Research Center invites Applications and Nominations for 2012-2013 Research Associateships

Five College Women’s Studies Research Center invites proposals for projects that may include, but are not limited to, exploring the impact of new media. . . . → Read More: The Five College Women’s Studies Research Center invites Applications and Nominations for 2012-2013 Research Associateships

Applications invited from African Scholars for the Guest Researcher at Nordic Africa Institute

The Nordic Africa Institute is seeking applications for the Guest Researchers’ Scholarship Program from scholars in Africa that are engaged in research on the African continent. Female researchers are especially encouraged to apply for these scholarships. . . . → Read More: Applications invited from African Scholars for the Guest Researcher at Nordic Africa Institute

Inter-American Foundation Grassroots Development Fellowship Program Opportunity

The Inter-American Foundation in partnership with the Institute of International Education (IIE) is currently seeking applications for the Grassroots Development Fellowship Program . . . → Read More: Inter-American Foundation Grassroots Development Fellowship Program Opportunity

PhD Research Studentship to Study Water Recycling Scheme at the Olympic Park in London

Cranfield University and Cranfield Water Science Institute are currently inviting applications for a PhD Research Studentship. . . . → Read More: PhD Research Studentship to Study Water Recycling Scheme at the Olympic Park in London

The Asian Media Information and Communication Centre seeks Nominations for AMIC Awards 2012

AMIC is now inviting nominations for “The AMIC Media and Communication Advancement and Innovation Award” and “The AMIC Asia Communication Award” 2012. . . . → Read More: The Asian Media Information and Communication Centre seeks Nominations for AMIC Awards 2012

IASSCS-Ford Foundation seek Applications for Sexualities Research Grant Program

International Association for the Study of Sexuality, Culture and Society (IASSCS), in association with Ford Foundation, is currently inviting applications for Sexualities Research Grant Program. . . . → Read More: IASSCS-Ford Foundation seek Applications for Sexualities Research Grant Program

Applications are invited for Africa Initiative Graduate Research Grant Program

Applications are currently being invited from interested candidates for Africa Initiative Graduate Research Grant Program. . . . → Read More: Applications are invited for Africa Initiative Graduate Research Grant Program

Australian Government’s Endeavour Awards: Scholarship Opportunities for Study, Research and Professional Development

The Australian Government is open to accepting applications for the 2012 second round of the Endeavour Executive Awards including the Endeavour Awards for Japan. . . . → Read More: Australian Government’s Endeavour Awards: Scholarship Opportunities for Study, Research and Professional Development

The Royal Society seeks Applications from Scientists from UK, Ghana/Tanzania for Leverhulme-Royal Society Africa Award

The Royal Society Africa is currently inviting applications for Leverhulme-Royal Society Africa Award Scheme from scientists who wish to develop a collaborative research project . . . → Read More: The Royal Society seeks Applications from Scientists from UK, Ghana/Tanzania for Leverhulme-Royal Society Africa Award

Transparency Accountability Initiative seeks Research Proposals on the Impact of Transparency and Accountability Interventions

Transparency and Accountability Initiative (T/AI) is currently inviting multi-year research proposals from research or evaluation institutions or consortia on the impact of T/A interventions. . . . → Read More: Transparency Accountability Initiative seeks Research Proposals on the Impact of Transparency and Accountability Interventions

International AIDS Society and National Institute on Drug Abuse seek Applications for HIV and Drug Use Fellowship Program

IAS, in association with National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA) is inviting applications for joint fellowship Program 2012. . . . → Read More: International AIDS Society and National Institute on Drug Abuse seek Applications for HIV and Drug Use Fellowship Program

University of Peace seeks Applications 2012 UPEACE-IDRC PhD Fellowships

The University of Peace (UPEACE) is currently inviting applications for 2012 UPEACE-IDRC PhD Fellowships Program. . . . → Read More: University of Peace seeks Applications 2012 UPEACE-IDRC PhD Fellowships

The New Europe College seeks applications for the Black Sea Link Fellowship Program 2012/2013

New Europe College (NEC), Romania is currently inviting applications for the Black Sea Link Fellowship Program 2012/13. This program has been designed to offer research fellowships . . . → Read More: The New Europe College seeks applications for the Black Sea Link Fellowship Program 2012/2013

Abstracts and Papers invited for International Indigenous Development Research Conference 2012

Abstracts are being invited from scholars for the International Indigenous Development Research Conference 2012. . . . → Read More: Abstracts and Papers invited for International Indigenous Development Research Conference 2012

IFAS Research seeks Grant Applications from Masters, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral students and Senior Researchers

IFAS-Research (French Institute of South Africa) is inviting applications from Masters, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral students and researchers as well as research teams for grants available for the year 2012. . . . → Read More: IFAS Research seeks Grant Applications from Masters, Doctoral, Post-Doctoral students and Senior Researchers

Fogarty International Center seeks Grant Applications under Framework Programs for Global Health Innovation

Fogarty International Center (FIC) at NIH is currently inviting grant applications from eligible organizations under FRAME Innovation. . . . → Read More: Fogarty International Center seeks Grant Applications under Framework Programs for Global Health Innovation

Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies seeks Applications for Imam Bukhari and Imam Tirmizi Visiting Research Fellowships

OCIS is currently inviting applications for outstanding, eligible candidates for Imam Bukhari & Imam Tirmizi Visiting Research Fellowships . . . → Read More: Oxford Centre for Islamic Studies seeks Applications for Imam Bukhari and Imam Tirmizi Visiting Research Fellowships

Open Society Foundations/Staffordshire University invite Applications for the Scholarships for MPhil/PhD in Economics Program by Distance Learning Mode

The Open Society Foundations and Staffordshire University Faculty of Business & Law are jointly inviting applications for the scholarship program . . . → Read More: Open Society Foundations/Staffordshire University invite Applications for the Scholarships for MPhil/PhD in Economics Program by Distance Learning Mode

AAUW invites Applications from non-US women Candidates for International Fellowships Program

The International Fellowships Program started by American Association of University Women (AAUW) in 1917 aims to provide support for one year of graduate or postgraduate study in the United States to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. . . . → Read More: AAUW invites Applications from non-US women Candidates for International Fellowships Program

Government of Australia seeks Applications for the Leadership Awards Fellowships Program from Australian NGOs

The Government of Australia is currently inviting applications for round 11 of Australian Leadership Awards (ALA) Fellowships program. . . . → Read More: Government of Australia seeks Applications for the Leadership Awards Fellowships Program from Australian NGOs

CIMO seeks Applications for Finnish Government Scholarship Pool Program

The Centre for International Mobility (CIMO) is currently inviting applications for the Finnish Government Scholarship Pool program . . . → Read More: CIMO seeks Applications for Finnish Government Scholarship Pool Program

EC seeks Grant Proposals for Strengthening the Federal Justice Organs Professionals Training Centre in Ethiopia

European Commission through the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia has issued an open call seeking proposals . . . → Read More: EC seeks Grant Proposals for Strengthening the Federal Justice Organs Professionals Training Centre in Ethiopia

The Consortium for Peace Studies invites Applications for Research Fellowships

Consortium for Peace Studies (CPS) at the University of Calgary, Canada is currently inviting applications for award of two $6000 research fellowships. . . . → Read More: The Consortium for Peace Studies invites Applications for Research Fellowships

Open Society Foundation seeks Proposals for Research Projects under South African Foreign Policy Initiative

The South African Foreign Policy Initiative (SAFPI), a program recently established by the Open Society Foundation of South Africa (OSF-SA) has announced a general call for research projects from organisations and individuals . . . → Read More: Open Society Foundation seeks Proposals for Research Projects under South African Foreign Policy Initiative

The Wetland Foundation seeks Applications for 2012 Travel Grants

Wetland Foundation is currently inviting applications for 2012 travel grants and will accept applications from any student currently enrolled full-time at an academic institution in the USA and who meets the specific criteria. . . . → Read More: The Wetland Foundation seeks Applications for 2012 Travel Grants

MOST and Gates Foundation Partner to meet the Global development needs

Pursuing its goal of using technology for a better society, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation has entered into a partnership with the Chinese Government’s Ministry of Science and Technology . . . → Read More: MOST and Gates Foundation Partner to meet the Global development needs

Oxfam releases eBook “Growing a Better Future: Food Justice in a Resource Constrained World”

International aid agency Oxfam on October 19, 2011 released an e-book, the digital edition of its report “Growing a Better Future: Food justice in a resource constrained world”. The release of this digital report coincided with the launch of ‘GROW Week’, a week that is full of activism aimed at highlighting flaws in the existing food system of the world forcing one billion people to go hungry every day. . . . → Read More: Oxfam releases eBook “Growing a Better Future: Food Justice in a Resource Constrained World”

UN Women Request for Proposal in East and Southeast Asia

UN Women in East and Southeast Asia has announced a request for proposal to contract a research institute or similar professional services organization . . . → Read More: UN Women Request for Proposal in East and Southeast Asia

Funding Opportunity for Egyptian and French Scientists to promote Research Partnership

Egyptian Science and Technology Development Fund (STDF) in collaboration with the Institute of Research for Development (IRD), France have issued a joint call for proposals aimed at encouraging and strengthening the research partnership between the Egyptian and French scientists. . . . → Read More: Funding Opportunity for Egyptian and French Scientists to promote Research Partnership

Swiss Government Scholarships for Indonesian Postgraduate Students to pursue Research or Masters Program

Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS) of the Swiss Government is currently applications from eligible Indonesian Postgraduate students for scholarship grants . . . → Read More: Swiss Government Scholarships for Indonesian Postgraduate Students to pursue Research or Masters Program

IREX invites Papers from American Junior Scholars for the Symposium “Transnational Crime and Corruption in Eastern Europe and Eurasia”

IREX, in partnership with the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars’ Kennan Institute (WWC), will be organizing its 2012 Regional Policy Symposium entitled “Transnational Crime and Corruption in Eastern Europe and Eurasia.” . . . → Read More: IREX invites Papers from American Junior Scholars for the Symposium “Transnational Crime and Corruption in Eastern Europe and Eurasia”

NCCKMC invites Young Nepali Researchers for Climate Change Research Grants

Nepal Climate Change Knowledge Management Center (NCCKMC) is currently inviting young Nepali researchers (Master’s second year students) to submit proposals for the Climate Change Research Grant. . . . → Read More: NCCKMC invites Young Nepali Researchers for Climate Change Research Grants

Call for Research Proposals – Varieties of Governance: Effective Public Service Delivery in Senegal and Burkina Faso

The Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR) in partnership with the Global Development Network (GDN) is seeking proposals from eligible research organizations in Senegal and Burkina Faso on a project entitled “Varieties of Governance: Effective Public Service Delivery in Basic Education, Water and Roads”. . . . → Read More: Call for Research Proposals – Varieties of Governance: Effective Public Service Delivery in Senegal and Burkina Faso

Australian Research Council seeks Proposals for Funding under the Future Fellowships Program 2012

Government of Australia’s Research Council is currently seeking proposals from eligible organizations in the country for the Future Fellowships program that is aimed at promoting research in the areas of critical national importance by giving outstanding researchers incentives to conduct their research in Australia. . . . → Read More: Australian Research Council seeks Proposals for Funding under the Future Fellowships Program 2012

The Right Livelihood Award Foundation invites all to propose Anyone for the 2012 Award

The Right Livelihood Award Foundation is currently seeking proposals from all around the world for the 2012 Right Livelihood Awards, also known as “Alternative Nobel Prize”. Anyone – except Right Livelihood Award Jury and staff members – can propose anyone… . . . → Read More: The Right Livelihood Award Foundation invites all to propose Anyone for the 2012 Award

UBS Optimus Foundation seeks Funding Proposals

UBS Optimus Foundation (UBSOF) has issued a call for proposals from eligible NGOs and their partnerships with universities or research institutions in Asia, Latin America and Africa to fund the projects aimed at linking health and education. . . . → Read More: UBS Optimus Foundation seeks Funding Proposals

Applications invited for the Max Weber Program

Applications are invited from junior post-doctors, for 1 and 2 years fellowship offered by the Max Weber Program. Candidates availing the two year fellowships will also be engaged in additional academic activities . . . → Read More: Applications invited for the Max Weber Program

Call for Applications: Think Tank Internships for MA and PhD Graduates

The Think tank has offered scholarship programme for junior researchers who were earlier employed in regional think tanks to spend three months in various regional or western European think tank. These funds are offered to the paid internships and to newly graduated returnees from Western Universities. . . . → Read More: Call for Applications: Think Tank Internships for MA and PhD Graduates

Faculty Seed Grants: Support for Scholarly Activities on Women and Gender at University of Michigan

Applications are invited by The Institute for Research on Women and Gender to grant support to scholarly activities on women and gender. The main aim of SEED is to enhance disciplinary as well as interdisciplinary scholarship or creative activities on women and gender at the University of Michigan. . . . → Read More: Faculty Seed Grants: Support for Scholarly Activities on Women and Gender at University of Michigan

2012 Clutton-Brock Scholarship to pursue postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge

Magdalene College is inviting eligible Zimbabwean scholars for the 2012 Clutton-Brock Scholarship program to pursue postgraduate level courses and research in the University of Cambridge. . . . → Read More: 2012 Clutton-Brock Scholarship to pursue postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge

UNESCO invites Researchers from Developing Countries for the 2012 Keizo Obuchi Japan Young Researchers’ Fellowship Program

UNESCO is currently seeking applications for the 2012 Keizo Obuchi Program (UNESCO/Japan Young Researchers’ Fellowship Program) funded by the Government of Japan within the framework of Japanese Funds-in-Trust for the Capacity-Building of Human Resources. . . . → Read More: UNESCO invites Researchers from Developing Countries for the 2012 Keizo Obuchi Japan Young Researchers’ Fellowship Program

Nominations invited for the 2011 EPT Award recognizing Individuals from Developing Countries working for Open Access

The Electronic Publishing Trust (EPT) is seeking nominations for the award aimed at recognizing the individuals in developing countries working for open access (OA). . . . → Read More: Nominations invited for the 2011 EPT Award recognizing Individuals from Developing Countries working for Open Access

NCCARF, Australia seeks proposals for research grant addressing Climate Change Adaptation Research Plan: Indigenous Communities

National Climate Change Adaptation Research Facility (NCCARF) of Australia is seeking proposals for research on contribution of indigenous communities to Australia’s adaptation response to climate change, the resilience and vulnerability of Indigenous communities to climate change, and the knowledge needs of Indigenous communities for effective adaptation. . . . → Read More: NCCARF, Australia seeks proposals for research grant addressing Climate Change Adaptation Research Plan: Indigenous Communities

Scholarship Opportunity for research and specialization studies in Israel for Indian Nationals

Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India is seeking applications from eligible Indian nationals for the Israeli Government Scholarships to study at an Israeli University or any Institution of higher education in Israel. . . . → Read More: Scholarship Opportunity for research and specialization studies in Israel for Indian Nationals

The Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies seeks Applications for the Martin Duberman Fellowship

The Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies (CLAGS) is seeking applications for the Martin Duberman fellowship from senior scholars (tenured university professors or advanced independent scholars) from any country doing scholarly research on the lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender/queer (LGBTQ) experience. . . . → Read More: The Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies seeks Applications for the Martin Duberman Fellowship

New Zealand Fund for Global Partnerships in Livestock Emissions Research seeks Expressions of Interests for Funding

The New Zealand Fund for Global Partnerships in Livestock Emissions Research is now seeking expressions of interest for the international research fund. . . . → Read More: New Zealand Fund for Global Partnerships in Livestock Emissions Research seeks Expressions of Interests for Funding

IDRC Doctoral Research Awards

IDRC invites applications for the bi-annual Doctoral Research Awards from Canadians, permanent residents of Canada, and citizens of developing countries who are currently pursuing doctoral studies at a Canadian university. These awards are intended for field research in one or more developing countries. . . . → Read More: IDRC Doctoral Research Awards

Community Forestry: Trees and People – John G. Bene Fellowship (Canada)

The International Development Research Center (IDRC) invites applications for John G. Bene Fellowship. The Fellowship is open to Canadians and permanent residents of Canada who are, at present, pursuing their master’s or doctoral studies at a Canadian university. . . . → Read More: Community Forestry: Trees and People – John G. Bene Fellowship (Canada)

Global South Scholar-In-Residence Program

Scholar-in-Residence scholarship program is an opportunity for exceptional young professors from developing and emerging countries to pursue advance research studies. The program is organized by the Graduate Institute at Geneva. . . . → Read More: Global South Scholar-In-Residence Program

Grant Worth $136 million Awarded by USDA

Last week, Tom Vilsack , Secretary of US Department of Agriculture, announced a grant worth  $136 million to several universities and private companies in the Pacific Northwest, to help develop  a Northwest ‘biofuels’ industry. It is the single largest grant awarded by USDA.

The grant will help promote several projects, including . . . → Read More: Grant Worth $136 million Awarded by USDA

MEASURE PRH Small Grants Opportunity to support Research in Family Planning and Reproductive Health in USAID FP Countries

The MEASURE Evaluation Population & Reproductive Health Associate Award (PRH) has issued a request seeking proposals. . . . → Read More: MEASURE PRH Small Grants Opportunity to support Research in Family Planning and Reproductive Health in USAID FP Countries

Uplands Program seeks abstracts for “Sustainable Land Use and Rural Development in Mountain Areas” Conference

The Uplands Program at Hohenheim University is inviting scientists, government officers, development practitioners and graduate and post-graduate students. . . . → Read More: Uplands Program seeks abstracts for “Sustainable Land Use and Rural Development in Mountain Areas” Conference

Applications invited for the 2012 Beckman Institute Postdoctoral Fellows program at the University of Illinois

University of Illinois is currently seeking applications for the 2012 Beckman Institute Postdoctoral Fellows program. . . . → Read More: Applications invited for the 2012 Beckman Institute Postdoctoral Fellows program at the University of Illinois

amfAR invites grant Proposals for Targeted Biomedical Research on HIV persistence and potential for its eradication

This Request for Proposals seeks proposals relevant to exploring the mechanisms for HIV persistence and the potential for HIV eradication. . . . → Read More: amfAR invites grant Proposals for Targeted Biomedical Research on HIV persistence and potential for its eradication

ICRISAT seeks Proposals for Research Field Fellowships Project on Village Dynamics Studies in India and Bangladesh

International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is inviting proposals. . . . → Read More: ICRISAT seeks Proposals for Research Field Fellowships Project on Village Dynamics Studies in India and Bangladesh

IREX Seeks Applications for Short-Term Travel Grants to conduct Research in Eastern Europe and Eurasia

IREX is currently inviting applications for short-term travel grants (STG) program offering support. . . . → Read More: IREX Seeks Applications for Short-Term Travel Grants to conduct Research in Eastern Europe and Eurasia

A New Report: International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF): “Global Report on the Status of Women in the News Media”

An international report on the position of women in the news media was presented by International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF). . . . → Read More: A New Report: International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF): “Global Report on the Status of Women in the News Media”

Bat Conservation International invites proposals for 2012 Research Scholarship Program

BCI is now accepting proposals for the 2012 Research Scholarship Program from eligible students around the world. . . . → Read More: Bat Conservation International invites proposals for 2012 Research Scholarship Program

Applications now open for 2012-2013 Irish Fulbright Program

The Fulbright Commission in Ireland is now accepting applications for the 2012-2013 scholarships program. . . . → Read More: Applications now open for 2012-2013 Irish Fulbright Program

University of Canterbury invites Applications for F A Hayek Scholarship in Economics or Political Science

The university is currently inviting applications from students for the F A Hayek Scholarship in Economics or Political Science. . . . → Read More: University of Canterbury invites Applications for F A Hayek Scholarship in Economics or Political Science

‘The Patient’ Seeks Papers for Presentation at 2nd Global Conference

‘The Patient’, a research and publications project, is inviting papers for presentation during the 2nd Global Conference . . . → Read More: ‘The Patient’ Seeks Papers for Presentation at 2nd Global Conference

infoDev seeking EOI for case studies of Mobile use at the Base of the Pyramid in Kenya, South Africa, Armenia, Pakistan and Vietnam

infoDev is currently seeking Expressions of Interest for research and development. . . . → Read More: infoDev seeking EOI for case studies of Mobile use at the Base of the Pyramid in Kenya, South Africa, Armenia, Pakistan and Vietnam

FAHAMU Invites Proposals for Collaborative Research Project on Comparative African Perspectives on China and Other Emerging Powers in Africa

The FAHAMU, a network of social justice issues, has started a collaborative research project on comparative African Perspectives on China and Other Emerging Powers in Africa. FAHAMU invites proposals from African individuals and institutions for this project in some specific thematic areas. Four research grants are available for the award. Interested individuals can . . . → Read More: FAHAMU Invites Proposals for Collaborative Research Project on Comparative African Perspectives on China and Other Emerging Powers in Africa

SIRCA-II seeks proposals for Research Projects on Information Societies and IC&T for development carried out in the Global South

The Strengthening Information Society Research Capacity Alliance (SIRCA II) is a research capacity building project that is managed by the Singapore Internet Research Centre at Nanyang Technological University, the University of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa, and the Instituto de Estudios Peruanos at Peru. The SIRCA II Program has been started to support emerging . . . → Read More: SIRCA-II seeks proposals for Research Projects on Information Societies and IC&T for development carried out in the Global South

The University of Canberra Invites Applications for Postdoctoral Fellowship in Endangered Species Ecology

Institute for Applied Ecology at the University of Canberra (UC) is inviting applications for the post of Postdoctoral Fellow to study and research on the subject of ecology and breeding of the endangered grassland ear less dragon in the context of extinction drivers for reptiles. The fellow will work with a team of . . . → Read More: The University of Canberra Invites Applications for Postdoctoral Fellowship in Endangered Species Ecology

Students from the Wharton School publish a research paper on Social Impact of Sports Teams

The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania recently conducted a research study about social impact of sports teams. The study was conducted in collaboration with Beyond Sport. The findings of the study have now been published in the form of a paper which discusses about how sports teams can best leverage their . . . → Read More: Students from the Wharton School publish a research paper on Social Impact of Sports Teams

Research Paper Highlights Women’s Disproportionate Vulnerability to Negative Climate Change Impacts in Developing Countries

Gender Action has recently published a research paper which draws attention to the women’s disproportionate vulnerability to negative climate change impacts in developing countries. The research paper also demonstrates how women and girls in these countries have been largely excluded from climate change finance policies and programs.

The research paper was . . . → Read More: Research Paper Highlights Women’s Disproportionate Vulnerability to Negative Climate Change Impacts in Developing Countries

Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership Invites Applications for ESED Scholarship Program

Applications are now open for the Education for Sustainable Energy Development (ESED) scholarship Program. EDED is an initiative of Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership that was started with an aim to support talented and outstanding students pursuing advanced studies in discipline of sustainable energy development. The program also aims to promote significant contributions to . . . → Read More: Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership Invites Applications for ESED Scholarship Program

Joint African Masters Program in Comparative Local Development 2012/2014: Call for Applications

Applications are now open for the Joint African Masters Program in Comparative Local Development (JAMP), an initiative of the Polytechnic of Namibia (Namibia), the University of Trento (Italy), the Universidade São Tomás de Moçambique (Mozambique) and Tshwane University of Technology (South Africa). The main aim behind starting this program is to provide eligible . . . → Read More: Joint African Masters Program in Comparative Local Development 2012/2014: Call for Applications

International Council of Science invites research proposals for Grant Program 2012

The grants provided by International Council of Science (ICSU) aim to strengthen collaborative scientific initiatives of relevance to science and society. The ICSU grant program is a peer-reviewed program for ICSU Scientific Unions and Interdisciplinary Bodies. It is expected that proposals submitted focus on strategic priorities of ICSU and are international and multidisciplinary . . . → Read More: International Council of Science invites research proposals for Grant Program 2012

Responsive Forest Governance Initiative Program invites applications from social-science researchers

The Responsive Forest Governance Initiative (RFGI) is a program of the Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN), and University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC). It is being implemented with support from the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA).

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IMF seeking applications for the Fellowship Program 2012 from promising economists with interest in policy-relevant work

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is accepting applications for a new Fellowship Program that is aimed at furthering policy-relevant research of interest to the international financial community.

The new Fellowship program spanned over one year is aimed at attracting promising economists with a substantial research record in leading journals and a . . . → Read More: IMF seeking applications for the Fellowship Program 2012 from promising economists with interest in policy-relevant work

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Denmark to start accepting applications for development research grants

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Government of Denmark beginning mid-October will start accepting applications for grants for development research in developing countries in 2012. These grants aim at generating new knowledge as well as strengthening research capacity to promote Danish development cooperation for poverty reduction and sustainable development in developing countries.

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Center for Gender and Refugee Studies invites applications for Summer 2012 Law Clerk – Judith Stronach Women’s Rights Fellowship positions

The Center for Gender and Refugee Studies (CGRS), one of the nation’s leading refugee advocacy organizations, is seeking candidates for the Summer 2012 Law Clerk – Judith Stronach Women’s Rights Fellowship positions.

CGRS, which is based at U.C. Hastings College of the Law in San Francisco, works to advance the human . . . → Read More: Center for Gender and Refugee Studies invites applications for Summer 2012 Law Clerk – Judith Stronach Women’s Rights Fellowship positions

CDKN Funding Opportunity: Call for research proposals to deliver climate compatible development

CDKN has issued an international research call seeking proposals for funding from project and research organizations. . . . → Read More: CDKN Funding Opportunity: Call for research proposals to deliver climate compatible development

Nominations invited from innovative works for the prestigious biennial Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water

PSIPW acknowledges exceptional and innovative work which contributes to the sustainable availability of potable water and the alleviation of the escalating global problem of water scarcity. . . . → Read More: Nominations invited from innovative works for the prestigious biennial Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz International Prize for Water

National Academy of Education seeks applications for Dissertation Fellowship Program to undertake research relevant to the improvement of education

National Academy of Education(NAEd), Washington is currently seeking applications from eligible candidates for the 2012 Dissertation Fellowship Program. . . . → Read More: National Academy of Education seeks applications for Dissertation Fellowship Program to undertake research relevant to the improvement of education

European University Institute, Florence seeks applications for the Max Weber Fellowship Program in social sciences and humanities

European University Institute in Florence is currently seeking applications for the Max Weber fellowship Program 2012 from eligible candidates all over the world. . . . → Read More: European University Institute, Florence seeks applications for the Max Weber Fellowship Program in social sciences and humanities

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