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 … [Read more...] about Grant Worth $136 million Awarded by USDA
Grants and Resources for Research
A list of current and past grant funding opportunities and useful resources for NGOs for research.
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 from eligible candidates in select countries for the third round of small grants program aimed at increasing the evidence base in family planning (FP). Small grants of the … [Read more...] about 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 to attend the International Scientific Conference on "Sustainable Land Use and Rural Development in Mountain Areas" to be held at Hohenheim … [Read more...] about 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 intended for recent PhDs or students in their final year of doctoral study with research interests relevant to the Beckman Institute. A competition is held yearly and four fellows are … [Read more...] about 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
amfAR, the Foundation for AIDS Research, is currently inviting grant proposals for biomedical research projects with a focus on exploring the mechanisms for HIV persistence and the potential for HIV eradication. This Request for Proposals seeks proposals relevant to exploring the mechanisms for HIV … [Read more...] about 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
The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) is inviting proposals from interested and eligible researchers for Research Field Fellowships to work on ICRISAT-NCAP-IRRI project on Village Dynamics Studies in India and Bangladesh. The project entitled “Tracking … [Read more...] about 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 to postdoctoral scholars and professionals to conduct research in Eastern Europe and Eurasia on issues relevant to the US Government. Established in 1968, IREX is a non-profit organization working to … [Read more...] about 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). Freedom of press is an integral part of any democracy, and women are playing a key role in news media today. According to IWMF, the freedom of press to express its views … [Read more...] about 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
Bat Conservation International (BCI) conducts and supports science-based conservation efforts around the world. Working with many partners and colleagues, these innovative programs combine research, education and direct conservation to ensure bats will be helping to maintain healthy environments and … [Read more...] about 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 providing Irish students, scholars and professionals with the opportunity to study, lecture and research at top universities and institutions in the US. Applications are encouraged in all … [Read more...] about Applications now open for 2012-2013 Irish Fulbright Program


