The Global Infectious Disease Research Training Program is a grant opportunity for U.S. and low- and middle-income country (LMIC) institutions to collaborate on training programs that enhance the LMIC's ability to conduct infectious disease research. The focus is on diseases that are endemic, emerging, or neglected, especially those related to HIV or non-communicable diseases. The program supports training in various research areas, including prevention and treatment, and allows trainees to lead or participate in clinical trials.
Who it's for: This grant is for U.S. institutions and institutions in low- and middle-income countries that want to collaborate on infectious disease research training. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations such as nonprofits, higher education institutions, tribal organizations, and government entities.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications not involving a collaboration between a U.S. and an LMIC institution
- Proposals not focused on infectious diseases relevant to LMICs
- Lack of a comprehensive training program including didactic and mentored research components
What You May Need
- Joint application from U.S. and LMIC institutions
- Detailed training program proposal
- Plan for didactic and mentored research components
- Description of clinical trial involvement, if applicable
- Organizational eligibility documentation
- Budget proposal
- Letters of support from participating institutions
- Proof of capacity to conduct infectious disease research
Cautions
- Ensure collaboration between U.S. and LMIC institutions is well-documented
- Focus on diseases and research areas relevant to LMICs
- Include comprehensive training and career development components
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
This grant is for U.S. institutions and institutions in low- and middle-income countries that want to collaborate on infectious disease research training. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations such as nonprofits, higher education institutions, tribal organizations, and government entities.
Overview
This grant is for U.S. institutions and institutions in low- and middle-income countries that want to collaborate on infectious disease research training. Eligible applicants include a wide range of organizations such as nonprofits, higher education institutions, tribal organizations, and government entities.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Applications not involving a collaboration between a U.S. and an LMIC institution
- Proposals not focused on infectious diseases relevant to LMICs
- Lack of a comprehensive training program including didactic and mentored research components
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to develop and implement training programs that enhance research capacity in LMICs. This includes costs related to didactic training, mentored research, and career development activities. Funds may also support trainees' involvement in clinical trials.
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Apr 17, 2024
- Deadline
- Aug 6, 2026(54 days)
- Archive Date
- Sep 11, 2026
- Last Updated
- Mar 24, 2025
- Est. Award Date (AI estimate)
- Late 2026
Application Checklist
- Confirm eligibility of U.S. and LMIC institutions
- Develop a collaborative training program proposal
- Include a plan for didactic and mentored research components
- Prepare a budget proposal
- Gather letters of support from participating institutions
- Document capacity to conduct infectious disease research
- Outline involvement in clinical trials, if applicable
- Submit application by August 6, 2026