Black carbon — a dangerous pollutant from incomplete combustion — accelerates glacier melt, worsens air quality, and harms marginalized populations in cryosphere regions. This funding call supports real‑world research studies that evaluate reductions in black carbon emissions through cleaner technologies and interventions in space heating and industry. Priority will be given to projects advancing zero‑emission […]
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Preserving Endangered Knowledge Systems
This program supports projects that record and safeguard knowledge systems related to material culture, spaces, performances, and environments, ensuring they remain accessible for both communities and scholars. By creating open digital archives, the initiative helps preserve practices of making, repairing, and re‑purposing that are at risk of being lost. Applications are encouraged to involve local […]
Global Research Careers in São Paulo
The São Paulo Research Foundation (FAPESP) is inviting internationally recognized researchers to establish or consolidate their careers at institutions in São Paulo, Brazil. This initiative offers long‑term support for independent research programs aligned with strategic themes such as biotechnology, energy transition, biodiversity, food security, digital transformation and AI, quantum science, health, and public security. Selected […]
Seed Funding for Ataxia Research
Ataxia remains one of the most complex and underfunded neurological conditions, with patients worldwide waiting for answers and treatments. This opportunity provides short‑term, merit‑based seed funding to accelerate innovative research that can generate preliminary data and unlock larger grants in the future. Projects may explore the cause, pathogenesis, or treatment of hereditary, sporadic, and acquired […]
Global Call for Species Protection
From endangered mammals to overlooked plants and fungi, countless species face extinction without urgent action. This opportunity provides targeted support for conservation projects that focus on protecting individual species in their natural habitats — and, in certain cases, through ex situ efforts such as genetic analysis, workshops, or managed populations. Priority is given to initiatives […]
Youth-Led Climate Action in Cities
Across the world, young innovators are reimagining how cities can respond to climate challenges. This opportunity takes their visions one step further — supporting the direct implementation of winning student proposals in four major urban centers. From public space interventions and tactical urbanism to community workshops and feasibility studies, these projects will bring fresh energy […]
Funding Call for Responsible Climate Innovation
As climate technologies move from theory to field testing, the world faces a critical question: how do we ensure these interventions are safe, transparent, and accountable? This opportunity supports projects that prioritize environmental impact assessments, predictive modeling, and stakeholder engagement for climate intervention field trials. Selected proposals will help set global standards for responsible testing, […]
Research Funding to Tackle PFAS in Agriculture
PFAS contamination is emerging as one of the most urgent environmental and public health challenges of our time. From biosolids to fertilizers, pesticides, and even irrigation water, these “forever chemicals” are infiltrating agricultural systems, raising concerns for farmers, regulators, and communities worldwide. This major research opportunity supports projects that will map and compare PFAS contributions […]
Funding Call for Young Agripreneurs
Across Africa and beyond, young agripreneurs face the dual challenge of building viable businesses while adapting to climate risks. Too often, early‑stage ventures struggle to secure funding, leaving innovative ideas untapped. This opportunity is designed to change that — equipping emerging leaders with the skills, mentorship, and resources to grow climate‑smart agribusinesses. Through a curated […]
Fellowship for Young Peace Leaders
Around the world, young people are stepping up to confront injustice, build peace, and drive social change. Yet many lack the mentorship, networks, and resources to expand their impact. This fellowship offers a transformative yearlong journey for emerging leaders committed to advancing peace, justice, equity, and community resilience. Selected fellows will join a global cohort, […]
