The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation is seeking proposals for Round 8 of its Grand Challenges Explorations. The initiative is the part of a $100 million in grants aimed at encouraging innovation in the fields of global health and development research. The initiative invites scientists, … [Read more...] about The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation seeks grants proposals to transform health and agricultural development in the world’s poorest countries
WHO and partners release Psychological first aid: Guide for fieldworkers, a practical handbook for humanitarian workers in emergencies
Different natural and humanitarian calamities and emergencies like earthquakes, floods, droughts, or wars not only affect physical health of victims but leave a short to long term psychological traumas on their psyche and affect their social health and well-being. In order to help the fieldworkers … [Read more...] about WHO and partners release Psychological first aid: Guide for fieldworkers, a practical handbook for humanitarian workers in emergencies
Bioversity International seeks Research Proposals for Vavilov–Frankel Fellowships 2012 from eligible candidates in low and medium income countries
Bioversity International, based in Rome, Italy, undertakes, encourages and supports research aimed at enhancing the sustainable use and conservation of agricultural biodiversity to the world's most vulnerable communities through: - better nutrition, especially in developing … [Read more...] about Bioversity International seeks Research Proposals for Vavilov–Frankel Fellowships 2012 from eligible candidates in low and medium income countries
International HIV/AIDS Alliance seeks proposals from Ukrainian registered organizations to implement prevention projects for vulnerable groups in that country
International Charitable Foundation "International HIV/AIDS Alliance in Ukraine" has announced an open call seeking proposals (HIV prevention) from officially registered Ukrainian organizations, which have a status of non-profit organizations and a relevant expertise in the area of HIV/AIDS. The … [Read more...] about International HIV/AIDS Alliance seeks proposals from Ukrainian registered organizations to implement prevention projects for vulnerable groups in that country
WHO launches web-based tool to fight against malnutrition
Sourced From: http://www.un.org/ The United Nations World Health Organization (WHO) has launched eLENA, the e-library of Evidence for Nutrition Actions that will basically work as a web-based tool. The main purpose of launching this tool is to give governments and health-care providers access to a … [Read more...] about WHO launches web-based tool to fight against malnutrition
Applications invited for the 2012 Innovation Prize for Africa from initiatives contributing towards developing new products, increasing efficiency or saving cost
The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) in partnership with African Innovation Foundation (AIF) are now accepting applications for the first 2012 Innovation Prize for Africa (IPA) aimed at honouring and encouraging innovative achievements of innovators and entrepreneurs in their … [Read more...] about Applications invited for the 2012 Innovation Prize for Africa from initiatives contributing towards developing new products, increasing efficiency or saving cost
The Food Security Center, University of Hohenheim invites applications for PhD Sandwich Scholarships for visiting PhD students from developing countries
The Food Security Center (FSC) of University of Hohenheim in Germany is dedicated to create innovative scientific contributions for eradicating the hunger and achieving food security across the world. FSC focuses on the activities that help in addressing the issues of sustainable food availability, … [Read more...] about The Food Security Center, University of Hohenheim invites applications for PhD Sandwich Scholarships for visiting PhD students from developing countries
The Food Security Center, University of Hohenheim invites applications for Research Scholarships for visiting postdoctoral researchers from developing countries
The Food Security Center (FSC) is one of the centers of excellence in development collaboration at University of Hohenheim in Germany and works for achieving food security across the world with the help of innovative scientific contributions. FSC is currently seeking applications for Research … [Read more...] about The Food Security Center, University of Hohenheim invites applications for Research Scholarships for visiting postdoctoral researchers from developing countries
DFID and ESRC seek funding proposals for research projects on international development (Poverty Alleviation)
The Department for International Development (DFID) in partnership with Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) has announced a third call for proposals under Phase 2 of their strategic partnership to provide a joint funding scheme for development research. Purpose The latest call is part of … [Read more...] about DFID and ESRC seek funding proposals for research projects on international development (Poverty Alleviation)
RHM Journal invites papers on maternal health and maternal mortality
Founded in 1992, the Reproductive Health Matters (RHM) is a registered charity with editorial office in London, UK. RHM is engaged in publications of journals about laws, policies, research and service delivery related to reproductive health and rights. RHM also publishes papers and articles about … [Read more...] about RHM Journal invites papers on maternal health and maternal mortality
