International Research and Research Training
Open Opportunities (6)
Live Grants.gov opportunities funded under this program — you can apply now.
- Global Collaborative Research Training on Non-Communicable Diseases and Disorders Across the Lifespan Deadline: Jul 25, 2026
- Global Infectious Diseases Research Training Program (D43 Clinical Trial Optional) Deadline: Aug 6, 2026
- Global Brain and Nervous System Disorders Research Across the Lifespan – Exploratory Grants Deadline: Nov 15, 2026
- Emerging Global Leader Award (K43 Independent Clinical Trial Not Allowed) Deadline: Dec 3, 2026
- International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA) Deadline: Feb 9, 2027
- Digital Health Technology and Reciprocal Innovation to Improve Clinical and Public Health Outcomes Deadline: Feb 11, 2027
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Who has received this funding
Organizations awarded under CFDA 93.989 (USAspending.gov).
- Trustees Of Indiana University $52,173,936
- Universitat Bern $50,365,175
- The Foundation For Aids Research $40,336,583
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center $38,729,911
- Albert Einstein College Of Medicine $34,754,915
- Adera $26,205,220
- Northwestern University $20,151,900
- Cornell University $15,921,171
- Regents Of The University Of California, San Francisco, The $14,502,752
- Yale Univ $14,026,425
Program Objective
The John E. Fogarty International Center (FIC) supports research and research training to reduce disparities in global health and to foster partnerships between U.S. scientists and their counterparts abroad. FIC supports basic biological, behavioral, and social science research, as well as related research training and career development. The research portfolio is divided into several programs that support a wide variety of funding mechanisms to meet programmatic objectives.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- U.S. Federal Government
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
- Tribal Government (other)
- Nonprofit Organization
- For-Profit Organization
In general, universities, colleges, hospitals, laboratories, Federal institutions and other public or private non-profit and for-profit domestic and foreign institutions, and State and local units of government are eligible to submit applications for research grants, research training grants, cooperative agreements, and career development awards. The grantee institution must agree to administer the grant in accordance with prevailing regulations and policies. The eligibility requirements may differ amongst FIC programs, based on the eligibility section found in our Requests For Applications (RFAs) and Program Announcements (PAs) at: http://www.fic.nih.gov/Funding/Pages/default.aspx
Beneficiaries
- U.S. Federal Government
- Nonprofit Organization
- For-Profit Organization
- Scientist / Researcher
- Other
Usually any non-profit or for-profit organization, company or institution engaged in health and biomedical research.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Applications are reviewed initially for scientific and technical merit by a review group that is assembled by the Center for Scientific Review at the National Institute of Health. This is followed by a second level review by the Fogarty International Center's Advisory Board. Decisions to fund are then made by FIC program officers and FIC Executive Leadership based on reviews by the original review group and the Advisory Board.
Grants: From six to nine months.
Program details & compliance
Description
Biomedical
Mission Categories
Primary: Communicable Diseases
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Research and Research Training Grants provide funds for salaries, equipment, supplies, travel, tuition, career development activities and other expenses associated with research training and scientific investigation concerning global health issues. These grants are awarded to universities; colleges; medical, nursing and dental schools; hospitals; and other non-profit institutions. Awards include grants, cooperative agreements, international research training grants, and career development awards.
Required Documentation
Applications for research grants must present the objectives, methodology, and resources for the specific research project, and must demonstrate the applicant's competence and interest. For training grants, the applicant's academic record, research experience, and the proposed area and plan of training must be included in the application. The applicant institution must present the objectives, training program, and resources for the research-training program, the research qualifications and experience of directing staff in training students (the criteria to be used in selecting individuals for awards), a detailed budget, and justification for the amount of grant funds requested. Costs will be determined in accordance with 45 CFR 75 and 2 CFR 200.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements