Deadline: 31-Aug-2025
The Graduate Research Grant (GRG) is a key initiative of the GTA Foundation, Nepal, implemented in partnership with the Henry Ford Health Global Health Initiative, USA. It is designed to financially support master’s-level students from health science backgrounds studying at academic institutions in Nepal, helping them conduct research in essential public health areas.
This grant aims to promote research that addresses urgent public health issues in Nepal. It encourages studies in the priority areas of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR)/Immunization, Mental Health, Oncology, and Health Supply Chain Management. The program seeks to build a new generation of researchers capable of strengthening Nepal’s health systems through evidence-based solutions and meaningful interventions.
Master’s students from recognized Nepalese health science institutions are invited to submit Research Concept Notes. These should include a clearly defined research problem, objectives, literature review, research questions or hypotheses, methodology, study site and target population, sampling strategy, data collection tools, ethical considerations, data analysis plan, budget, and timeline, along with relevant references.
To be eligible, proposed research must align with at least one of the designated priority areas. Selected candidates will receive a research grant of NPR 60,000, with NPR 50,000 allocated per project. A total of 12 research projects will be funded under the program.
The GRG supports the development of young researchers in Nepal and aims to build capacity for evidence-based public health policy and practice. Applicants must be master’s students in health science disciplines at a Nepalese university or institution. Proposals must show strong academic quality, relevance, and the potential to make a significant impact.
Application requirements include a study title (no more than 20 words), personal and supervisor details (including name, gender, affiliation, contact information), and a comprehensive proposal. The proposal must cover a 200-word research problem, 100-word objectives, 300-word literature review, 25-word research questions or hypotheses, 200-word study design and methods, 50-word study site description, 100-word sampling strategy, tools for data collection, validity and reliability, 100-word statistical analysis plan, ethical considerations, a timeline, budget, and references. The annex should include the applicant’s CV and a letter from the supervisor.
For more information, visit GTA Foundation.
