The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) seeks proposals for its “Agri-systems research to enhance livelihoods in developing countries”. The aim of this call is to enhance livelihoods through interdisciplinary research to improve agricultural systems. The total requested budget should not exceed £1.5 million. The program is open to UK researchers eligible for funding from the BBSRC. For this call, applications are expected to include “in-country” researchers as co-investigators. The deadline for the submission of applications is 19 September 2018. Know more
Month: July 2018
Government of Czech Republic — University Scholarships for Applicants from Developing Countries
The Czech Republic provides scholarships to support nationals from developing countries at public institutions of higher education in the Czech Republic. The fields of study include ecology, wildlife management, natural resources, forestry, and tropical agriculture (among others). Applications need to be submitted before 30 September of each year. Link
The KEEN Effect — Critical Coastlines Grant Program
The Critical Coastlines Grant Program funds community-based or non-profit organizations from around the world working to improve the resilience of coastal ecosystems. Threats relevant to this program include ecosystem collapse, climate change, rising sea levels, ocean pollution, ocean acidification, overfishing, and natural disasters. Selected winners receive US$10 thousand in support of their project. Eligibility extends to organizations and individuals. The application deadline is 30 September 2018. Find the Critical Coastlines Grant Program
Wildlife Photo — Habitats & Landscapes 2018
The wildlife photography contest series for 2018 is open. Wildlife Photo will award prizes worth US$18 thousand in total (including photography trips and equipment). A selection of winners and highly-commended images will be exhibited on an outdoor screen in New York City. The contest series is made up of three separate photo contests, each with a different theme and deadline. The next deadline for ‘Habitats & Landscapes’ is 30 September 2018. Know more
United States Agency for International Development — Power Africa: Women Leaders in the Energy Sector
Power Africa accepts applications from women in the energy sector to participate in a four-week career development training workshop (October 2018). Successful applicants will be provided round-trip transportation, lodging, meals, and course materials. Women (between 18-35 years) from sub-Saharan Africa with experience in the energy sector are eligible to apply. The closing date for applications is 31 July 2018. Find details
GSMA — Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund
The GSMA Mobile for Humanitarian Innovation Fund seeks innovations in the use of mobile technology to address humanitarian challenges. This funding round will test new technical solutions and catalyse ideas to improve food security and adaptation/resilience to climate change, among others. Projects should be implemented in Sub-Saharan Africa, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East and North Africa, or Latin America. Funding of up to £300 thousand per project is available, as well as mentoring, and project support. Applications will close on 10 August 2018. Find the opportunity
United Nations — Youth Submissions for the 67th UN DPI/NGO Conference
The Youth Sub-Committee seeks submissions from youth, showcasing their work inspired by the Sustainable Development Goals at the 67th UN DPI/NGO Conference, ”We the Peoples”. Video submissions should show why Multilateralism is needed in ending poverty, addressing climate change, forging equality and ensuring access to education in order to create a more peaceful world. Please note that submissions can be in all languages. The deadline for videos/films is 12 August 2018. More
India Department of Science and Technology — Danish-Indian Research Cooperation in Renewable Energy
The Innovation Fund Denmark (IFD) and the India Department of Science and Technology (DST) launch a call for joint projects to further develop and strengthen the Danish-Indian research cooperation in the areas Renewable Energy. The Danish and Indian applicants must develop one joint project plan. Project proposals must include one Principal Investigator (PI) each in India and Denmark. Eligibility extends to individuals working at universities, academic institutes, national research and development laboratories or institutes. Proposals must be submitted on 14 August 2018. The call
U.S. Department of State — Mapping and Analysis of Illegally Harvested Timber and Forest Products
The U.S. Department of State announces a funding opportunity for mapping and analysis of illegally harvested timber and forest products in global trade for developing countries. The aim of this call is to gather data and build capacity to identify, analyze, and map illegal timber and forest products trade in key regions for forest production and trade. Funding is up to US$492 thousand for one year. Eligibility is limited to NGOs and universities. The deadline for applications is 14 August 2018. Find the call
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service — Endangered Species Conservation Fund 2018
The Cooperative Endangered Species Conservation Fund makes grants for projects that conserve the world’s most endangered species. Applicant must demonstrate a direct conservation benefit to the species or its habitat. While funding can only be granted to government agencies, individuals or groups may work with an eligible state government. The USFWS favors proposals that request under US$47 thousand, and that contribute complementary resources. The deadline for applications is 14 August 2018. Find the official announcement