Deadline: 22-Oct-2025 The Royal Society of Edinburgh is requesting applications for its Scotland-Asia Partnerships Higher Education Research Fund to enhance the existing international research partnerships between Scottish universities and partners in Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Pakistan, … [Read more...] about Scotland-Asia Partnerships Higher Education Research Fund (UK)
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Poster Making Contest on Emerging STI for National Priorities towards Viksit Bharat (India)
Deadline: 25-Sep-2025 The Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India, in collaboration with Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST) and MyGov, is organising a poster competition focusing on the theme related to the event. The contest, organised by DST in line … [Read more...] about Poster Making Contest on Emerging STI for National Priorities towards Viksit Bharat (India)
Open Call for Revitalizing U.S. Manufacturing through Global Partnerships
Deadline: 26-Sep-2025 The U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB) has launched a call for proposals aimed at revitalizing domestic shipbuilding through international collaboration. This initiative seeks partnerships that bring together U.S.-based educational … [Read more...] about Open Call for Revitalizing U.S. Manufacturing through Global Partnerships
Call for Applications: merSETA Discretionary Grants Program (South Africa)
Deadline: 05-Sep-2025 The Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services Sector Education and Training Authority (merSETA) has extended the call for applications for its Special Funding Window for Discretionary Grants for the 2025/26 financial year. This funding window aims to support … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: merSETA Discretionary Grants Program (South Africa)
RFAs: Partnerships for TB Vaccine Development in United States
Deadline: 07-Oct-2025 The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is inviting applications for an important initiative that aims to accelerate the preclinical development of tuberculosis vaccines. This call focuses on moving promising lead candidates beyond early proof-of-concept studies, bringing … [Read more...] about RFAs: Partnerships for TB Vaccine Development in United States
Call for Submissions: ENFIELD 4th Exchange Scheme
Deadline: 31-Oct-2025 The ENFIELD is accepting applications to fund mobility-based research exchanges for individual researchers through its 4th Exchange Scheme Open Call, also known as TES#4. The main objective is to address specific scientific and technological challenges in AI, focusing on … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: ENFIELD 4th Exchange Scheme
Submit Applications for Eastern Cape Innovation Challenge (South Africa)
Deadline: 25-Sep-2025 The EC Innovation Challenge seeks to combat unemployment and drive socio-economic growth by empowering participants to create innovative solutions to pressing societal issues. The focus is on Agriculture (Agro-processing and Aquaculture): Sustainable Value-Addition for … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Eastern Cape Innovation Challenge (South Africa)
Apply Now: 10th Africa Energy Innovation Competition
Deadline: 15-Sep-2025 The 10th Africa Energy Innovation Challenge AEIC organized by NEF mobilizes early-stage young energy entrepreneurs across Africa to develop a prototype/upscale a key device/equipment for social enterprise, agri-business, fintech solutions or energy management system using … [Read more...] about Apply Now: 10th Africa Energy Innovation Competition
Development of Advanced Electromagnetic Sensors Challenge (UK)
Deadline: 18-Sep-2025 HMGCC Co-Creation has launched a challenge to accelerate research and innovation in advanced electromagnetic sensor technologies by supporting the transition from lab-based concepts to field-ready prototypes. The focus areas include antennas, electronic engineering, … [Read more...] about Development of Advanced Electromagnetic Sensors Challenge (UK)
RFPs: Development of Demonstration Project on Digital Kaizen for SMEs in the Manufacturing Sector
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025 The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) to develop a demonstration project on digital kaizen for SMEs in the manufacturing sector, aiming to build model companies, strengthen practitioner expertise, and disseminate best practices … [Read more...] about RFPs: Development of Demonstration Project on Digital Kaizen for SMEs in the Manufacturing Sector
Demonstration Companies Project on Advancing Sustainable Productivity through ESG Adoption in the Manufacturing Sector (Vietnam)
Deadline: 31-Aug-2025 The Asian Productivity Organization (APO) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Development of Demonstration Companies Project on Advancing Sustainable Productivity through Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) adoption in the manufacturing sector in … [Read more...] about Demonstration Companies Project on Advancing Sustainable Productivity through ESG Adoption in the Manufacturing Sector (Vietnam)
CFAs: Battery Materials Processing and Battery Manufacturing and Recycling Grant Program (US)
Deadline: 13-Oct-2025 The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a significant funding opportunity under Section 40207 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), aimed at strengthening domestic capacity in critical mineral and materials processing, battery manufacturing, and … [Read more...] about CFAs: Battery Materials Processing and Battery Manufacturing and Recycling Grant Program (US)
Apply Now: Vishwakarma Award for Engineering Innovation
Deadline: 24-Aug-2025 The Vishwakarma Award is inviting student teams from across South Asia to prototype and invent solutions with a hardware component based on a variety of themes. Themes: Smart Mobility: Prototyping the Future of Mobility, HealTech: Innovating Healthcare & Assistive … [Read more...] about Apply Now: Vishwakarma Award for Engineering Innovation
NOFO: U.S-Korea Talent Exchange Through Study Abroad
Deadline: 02-Sep-2025 The U.S.-Korea Talent Exchange Through Study Abroad program offers a unique opportunity to foster educational collaboration and strengthen ties between the two countries. This initiative is designed to identify and support exceptional Korean students whose talents and … [Read more...] about NOFO: U.S-Korea Talent Exchange Through Study Abroad
CFPs: Research and Innovation Grant Scheme (Malta)
Deadline: 10-Oct-2025 The Energy and Water Agency has launched Research and Innovation Grant Scheme for advancing sustainability and resilience in the fields of energy and water. The focus areas for this call are: Optimizing Greywater systems; Enhancement of water circularity in industries; … [Read more...] about CFPs: Research and Innovation Grant Scheme (Malta)
Entries open for AU Media Fellowship Programme 3.0 in Africa
Deadline: 14-Aug-2025 The African Union Media Fellowship Programme supports Africans in telling their own stories—by Africans, for Africa, and for the world. It promotes credible storytelling that aligns with Africa’s development goals under Agenda 2063, aiming to foster professional growth, … [Read more...] about Entries open for AU Media Fellowship Programme 3.0 in Africa
Nominations open for VI International Zendal Awards (6th Edition)
Deadline: 19-Sep-2025 Entries are now open for the International Zendal Awards, which aim to promote, recognize, and reward global research and knowledge in the field of biotechnology. Zendal focuses on improving quality of life through the research and development of medicines, especially … [Read more...] about Nominations open for VI International Zendal Awards (6th Edition)
Request for EOIs: Transfer of Technology of Plant Extract Based Composition Useful for Leishmania Promastigote (India)
Deadline: 23-Aug-2025 The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi is inviting Expressions of Interest (EoI) from eligible organizations, companies, and manufacturers for the transfer of technology related to a "Plant Extract Based Composition Useful for Leishmania Promastigote." This … [Read more...] about Request for EOIs: Transfer of Technology of Plant Extract Based Composition Useful for Leishmania Promastigote (India)
Call for EOIs: Transfer of Technology of a Recombinant Multi-Stage Malaria Vaccine (India)
Deadline: 17-Aug-2025 The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), New Delhi, is inviting Expressions of Interest (EoI) from eligible organizations, companies, and manufacturers for the transfer of technology and commercialization of a recombinant chimeric multi-stage malaria vaccine, … [Read more...] about Call for EOIs: Transfer of Technology of a Recombinant Multi-Stage Malaria Vaccine (India)
Call for Submissions: Technology Business Development Fund (Zambia)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2025 The Government of the Republic of Zambia (GRZ), through the Ministry of Technology and Science (MoTS), established the Technology Business Development Fund (TBDF) to support the development, transfer, and commercialization of innovative technologies that drive economic … [Read more...] about Call for Submissions: Technology Business Development Fund (Zambia)
CFPs: Innovation Challenge for Circularity in Renewable Energy Technologies (India)
Deadline: 01-Aug-2025 The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has launched an Innovation Challenge focused on promoting innovation in recycling and reuse within the renewable energy sector. The initiative aims to reduce waste, enhance sustainability, strengthen the supply chain, and … [Read more...] about CFPs: Innovation Challenge for Circularity in Renewable Energy Technologies (India)
Apply for DRIVE35 Innovation Fund: Collaborate (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 01-Oct-2025 UK registered organisations can apply for late stage collaborative research and development projects to support the UK’s transition to zero emission vehicles and a pathway to a net zero automotive industry. DRIVE35 (Driving Research and Investment in Vehicle … [Read more...] about Apply for DRIVE35 Innovation Fund: Collaborate (United Kingdom)
Submissions open for DRIVE35 Innovation Fund: Demonstrate (UK)
Deadline: 01-Oct-2025 UK registered organisations can apply for late stage demonstration research and development projects to support the UK’s transition to zero emission vehicles and a pathway to a net zero automotive industry. DRIVE35 (Driving Research and Investment in Vehicle … [Read more...] about Submissions open for DRIVE35 Innovation Fund: Demonstrate (UK)
CFPs: Strengthen Business Membership Organizations and CSOs in Ethiopia
Deadline: 06-Oct-2025 The European Commission is inviting proposals to strengthen Business Membership Organizations (BMOs) and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) in Ethiopia. The focus is on supporting gender mainstreaming, youth participation, environmental, and climate change issues within key … [Read more...] about CFPs: Strengthen Business Membership Organizations and CSOs in Ethiopia
Call For Applications: Zululand Innovator’s Hackathon 2025 (South Africa)
Deadline: 08-Aug-2025 The Moses Kotane Research Institute (MKRI), through its Commercialising Innovation and Research (CIR) Programme, in partnership with local municipalities, invites youth, SMMEs, cooperatives, schools, and informal traders from the Zululand District to participate in the … [Read more...] about Call For Applications: Zululand Innovator’s Hackathon 2025 (South Africa)
Call for Applications: Hands-on Training for mRNA Vaccine Manufacturing
Deadline: 08-Aug-2025 The World Health Organization (WHO) and the Ministry of Health and Welfare (MoHW) of the Republic of Korea have launched the Global Training Hub for Biomanufacturing (GTH-B). This initiative provides hands-on training in the production of high-quality vaccines and biologics in … [Read more...] about Call for Applications: Hands-on Training for mRNA Vaccine Manufacturing
Call for Proposals: Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Program (India)
Deadline: 31-Jul-2025 The Department of Science and Technology is calling for proposals under its Technology Development Programs to promote advancements in various fields. The program focuses on converting proof-of-concept technologies, techniques, processes, and products into advanced … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Advanced Manufacturing Technologies Program (India)
Impact Innovation: Net Zero Industry Initiative 2025 – Sweden
Deadline: 27-Aug-25 The Vinnova is seeking applications for its Impact Innovation: Net Zero Industry Initiative to contribute to Net Zero Industrys´s mission of a competitive and resilient Swedish manufacturing industry with net zero greenhouse gas emissions. They welcome project proposals … [Read more...] about Impact Innovation: Net Zero Industry Initiative 2025 – Sweden
Call for Research Ideas: ESA Phi-Lab Ireland
Deadline: 16-Sep-25 The ESA Phi-Lab Ireland invites all interested and qualifying parties to submit research ideas to drive innovation, enhance sustainability, and improve performance in the manufacturing sector. ESA Phi-Lab Ireland supports projects from established economic operators, … [Read more...] about Call for Research Ideas: ESA Phi-Lab Ireland
Submit Applications for Circular Economy Demonstration Fund – South Africa
Deadline: 25-Jul-25 The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) is pleased to announce an open call for proposals for the Circular Economy Demonstration Projects commencing in January 2026. The South African Circular Economy Demonstration Fund, is an initiative of the … [Read more...] about Submit Applications for Circular Economy Demonstration Fund – South Africa
CFPs: Circular Economy Science, Technology and Innovation Projects (South Africa)
Deadline: 25-Jul-25 The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation is pleased to announce a call for proposals for its circular economy related research projects commencing in January 2026. Through the strategic investment in science, technology and innovation (STI), the DSTI aims to … [Read more...] about CFPs: Circular Economy Science, Technology and Innovation Projects (South Africa)
Applications open for MerageNext Entrepreneurs’ Competition 2025 (Israel)
Deadline: 15-Jul-25 The MerageNext Entrepreneurs' Competition is open to empower visionary entrepreneurs to create bold, scalable solutions that support the renewal of Israel. From housing and resilience to Lifesciences & health, advanced manufacturing, Defense & Cyber, Agro-FoodTech, … [Read more...] about Applications open for MerageNext Entrepreneurs’ Competition 2025 (Israel)
Regional and Industry Partnerships Program in Australia
Deadline: 28-Nov-25 The Department of State Development is seeking applications for Regional and Industry Partnerships Program which is designed to focus on workforce development objectives and complement activity delivered under the National Skills Agreement, as well as Australian Government … [Read more...] about Regional and Industry Partnerships Program in Australia
Open Call: Project Grants for Research within Industrial Biotechnology and Environmental Biotechnology
Deadline: 21-Aug-25 Applications are now invited for Project Grants within Industrial Biotechnology or Environmental Biotechnology Research. Focus Areas The proposed research must involve a clear element of biotechnology. One or more of the following topics should preferably be included in … [Read more...] about Open Call: Project Grants for Research within Industrial Biotechnology and Environmental Biotechnology
Applications open for Special and Pooled Funds (Finland)
Deadline: 15-Aug-25 The Foundation for Economic Education (Liikesivistysrahasto) is currently accepting applications for its Special and Pooled Funds. Special funds are funds from which grants are allocated to areas of research and education or groups of applicants that meet criteria set by … [Read more...] about Applications open for Special and Pooled Funds (Finland)
Call for Proposals: Advancing Cell Secretome – Based Therapies
Deadline: 16-Sep-25 The European Commission is accepting proposals for Advancing cell secretome-based therapies. Scope Secretome-based therapies have emerged as a promising alternative to cell-based therapies. The secretome of cells is defined as the repertoire of molecules and biological … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Advancing Cell Secretome – Based Therapies
Open Call for SINO-MALTA Fund
Deadline: 30-Jun-25 The Xjenza Malta, in collaboration with the Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST) of the People’s Republic of China, has launched the SINO-MALTA 2025 Joint Call for R&I Proposals. The aim of this Science and Technology Cooperation – SINO-MALTA Fund, is to intensify … [Read more...] about Open Call for SINO-MALTA Fund
American Spaces Public Programming in Fiji, Kiribati, and Tuvalu
Deadline: 23-Jun-25 The U.S. Embassy Suva Public Diplomacy Section (PDS) of the U.S. Department of State has announced an open competition for organizations/individuals to submit a statement of interest (SOI) to carry out a project. Objectives Program activities should focus on one or more … [Read more...] about American Spaces Public Programming in Fiji, Kiribati, and Tuvalu
Submissions open for Nidhi Prayas Prototyping Grant Program (India)
Deadline: 5-Jun-25 The PRomoting and Accelerating Young and ASpiring technology entrepreneurs (PRAYAS) is a program specifically to support young innovators turn their ideas into proof-of-concepts. This support allows the innovators to try their ideas without fear of failure, hence allowing … [Read more...] about Submissions open for Nidhi Prayas Prototyping Grant Program (India)
Funding for Organisations Collaborating on International Research and Development Projects in Field of Lightweighting
Deadline: 23-Oct-25 The national funding bodies (NFBs) from Austria, Belgium (Flanders & Wallonia), Chile, France, Germany, Lithuania, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, South Korea, Spain, Türkiye, and Ukraine have allocated funding for organisations collaborating on international R&D projects … [Read more...] about Funding for Organisations Collaborating on International Research and Development Projects in Field of Lightweighting
Career Pathways Training Grant Program in the US
Deadline: 23-Jun-25 The Teshinsky Family Foundation is accepting applications for its Career Pathways Training Grant Program to support direct service training programs for post-secondary career pathways. The Teshinsky Family Foundation is dedicated to helping people develop skills to enter … [Read more...] about Career Pathways Training Grant Program in the US
Applications open for the ATI Programme (United Kingdom)
Deadline: 21-May-25 The ATI Programme funds industrial research and investment aid for research infrastructures to make the UK civil aerospace sector more competitive. Focus Areas Your proposal must align with the UK Aerospace Technology Strategy, Destination Zero and is split into these … [Read more...] about Applications open for the ATI Programme (United Kingdom)
Funding available to Develop Innovative Analytical Technologies for Vaccines
Deadline: 30-Jun-25 The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations is pleased to announce a new funding opportunity aimed at developing innovative analytical technologies to enhance vaccine release speed, reduce costs, and improve deployment. Calls for Proposals invite innovators … [Read more...] about Funding available to Develop Innovative Analytical Technologies for Vaccines
VIC Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund (Round 5) – Australia
Deadline: 12-May-25 The VIC Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund is now open for applications to support businesses, local and state government authorities, social enterprises, and not-for-profit organizations. Focus Areas The fund focuses on building capacity, capability, and … [Read more...] about VIC Circular Economy Recycling Modernisation Fund (Round 5) – Australia
Supporting the Clean Energy Transition of European Industry and Businesses
Deadline: 23-Sep-2025 European Commission is now accepting submissions for the Supporting the Clean Energy Transition of European Industry and Businesses topic. Objectives The overall objective of this topic is to support the clean energy transition and decarbonisation of industry by … [Read more...] about Supporting the Clean Energy Transition of European Industry and Businesses
Energy Efficiency Award for Best System Design Advancing Energy Efficiency
Deadline: 02-Sep-2025 Nominations are now open for the Energy Efficiency Award to all companies and organizations around the world that design, incorporate, or manufacture electric-powered systems such as consumer electronics, appliances, automotive and office equipment. PSMA will publicly … [Read more...] about Energy Efficiency Award for Best System Design Advancing Energy Efficiency
CFAs: Supportive Technologies for the Scaling of Manufactured Islet Replacement Therapies Program
Deadline: 28-May-2025 The Breakthrough T1D is accepting applications for the to improve the efficiency of scaling protocols for manufactured islet cell therapies for type 1 diabetes (T1D) via development of supportive technologies tackling one or more of the barriers associated with … [Read more...] about CFAs: Supportive Technologies for the Scaling of Manufactured Islet Replacement Therapies Program
Call for Proposals: Fostering High Performance Biomanufacturing under BioE3 Policy (India)
Deadline: 15-May-25 DBT-BIRAC Joint Call for Proposals on ‘Precision Biotherapeutics- mRNA Therapeutics’ for Fostering High Performance Biomanufacturing under BioE3 Policy. Objective To create, nurture and foster high-performance biomanufacturing ecosystem for discovery and innovative … [Read more...] about Call for Proposals: Fostering High Performance Biomanufacturing under BioE3 Policy (India)
Scaling Slovak Innovation Grant Program (Slovakia)
Deadline: 20-May-25 Applications are now open for the Scaling Slovak Innovation Program to support initiatives aimed at advancing innovative small-scale manufacturing solutions from the demonstration stage (TRL 7) to market adoption (TRL 8–9). The grant targets activities and individuals in … [Read more...] about Scaling Slovak Innovation Grant Program (Slovakia)
2nd Open Call for MASTER Project
Deadline: 12-Jun-25 Applicants are now invited to submit applications for its 2nd Open Call for MASTER Project to attract the best candidates able to create educational content and validate the platform, as well as the technologies developed in the project, with students (schools or professional … [Read more...] about 2nd Open Call for MASTER Project
