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This page lists grant funding opportunities outside NIH that cover the same areas of science as the NIAID Funding Opportunities List. Use this list to launch your own search: at any point in time, any organization may or may not have relevant funding opportunities. To suggest a foundation for the list, please email deaweb@niaid.nih.gov. See the Disclaimer about external links.

Organization and home page link Relevant areas of research interest
Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR)

Biomedical research and development in Singapore.

Check Grants and Funding Opportunities for upcoming opportunities.

Alfred P. Sloan Foundation

Fundamental research by early-career scientists.

Direct applications are not accepted. A department head or senior researcher must submit a Nomination Form for a fellowship.

Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy

Gene therapy research to combat cancer.

Check Research Grants in late June or early July for opportunities, and go to RFAs and Deadlines to find out when you'll be able to apply.

Alliance for Lupus Research

Research to prevent and cure lupus.

Check ALR Funded Research for opportunities.

American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology

Research into asthma, allergy and immunologic disease.

Awards require AAAAI membership. Check Grants and Awards regularly for more opportunities.

American Academy of Otolaryngic Allergy

Research to enhance knowledge and techniques in otolaryngic allergy diagnosis and treatment.

Go to Grant Information and Scholarship Program for more opportunities.

American Academy of Otolaryngology -- Head and Neck Surgery

Research to improve ear, nose, and throat care through research project, research training, and career development grants.

Letters of Intent due December 15, 2008. Applications due January 15, 2009. These awards are cosponsored by other organizations.

Check Centralized Otolaryngology Research Efforts (CORE) regularly for more opportunities.

American Association for Cancer Research

Research into the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer.

Check Research Funding for new opportunities.

American Association for Clinical Chemistry

Clinical laboratory science and its application to health care.

Check VSF Funded Awards, Grants and Programs in the fall for new opportunities.

American Cancer Society

Research into eliminating cancer as a major health problem.

See Index of Grants and Research Program and Funding for new opportunities:

Sign up for email notices at ACS Sign In / Registration.

American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology

Research to improve patient care in allergy, asthma, and immunology.

Check Application Forms this fall for new opportunities.

American College of Chest Physicians

Research to treat and prevent diseases of the chest.

Check Clinical Research Awards for new opportunities.

American College of Epidemiology

Research into the distribution and determinants of disease risk.

Check Announcements for new opportunities.

American Diabetes Association

Research ways to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes.

Most applications are due in January and July. The next deadline is July 15, 2008. Sign up for Diabetes eNewsletters to receive updates.

American Federation for Medical Research

Research into all areas of patient-oriented, translational, and basic biomedical research.

Only AFMR members are eligible for awards. Check AFMR Awards in the fall of 2008 for new opportunities.

American Foundation for Pharmaceutical Education

Research and fellowships in the pharmaceutical sciences.

Go to Forms and Applications for more information about funding opportunities.

American Heart Association

Research into cardiovascular disease and stroke.

Deadline for applications is July 1, 2008. Apply for funding through regional affiliates. Go to Identify Your Affiliate to find your affiliate, and see Applicant Information for details.

American Institute for Cancer Research

Research into cancer prevention and treatment.

Go to Research Grants for more information. Sign up for email notices at Subscribe to AICR's e.Newsletter.

American Laryngological, Rhinological and Otological Society

Research into the causes of and treatments for otolaryngic diseases.

Check Research Grants in fall of 2008 for more funding opportunities.

Also see Trilological Society.

American Liver Foundation

Research and career awards related to liver diseases, basic science, immunology, and transplantation.

Check Grant Applications in mid-June for the 2009 Call for Applications. Deadline will be October 15, 2008.

American Lung Association

Basic, clinical and behavioral research designed to find cures and to prevent and relieve the suffering associated with lung disease.

Check Research Awards and Grants Program for opportunities.

American Respiratory Care Foundation

Research, prevention, treatment, and quality care for respiratory diseases.

Go to Grants, Awards, and Fellowships for more information.

American Society of Hematology

Research to understand, diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders affecting blood, bone marrow, and the immunologic, hemostatic, and vascular systems.

Deadlines vary. Go to Awards and Research Grants.

American Society of Nephrology

Clinical and basic research into kidney function, diseases, and treatments.

See due dates by opportunity at Grants and Funding. Sign up for monthly updates at ASN Newsletters.

American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene

Tropical medicine, including the varied parasitic and viral diseases of the tropics, as well as other infectious diseases such as enteric and mycobacterial infections.

Funding and Fellowships Sponsored by ASTMH include the following:

Tropical Medicine and Hygiene News is published bimonthly and reviews current activities of the Society, available positions, funding opportunities and other topics of interest.

amfAR

HIV/AIDS research.

To be notified of new opportunities, sign up for amFAR's monthly e-news. Choose the "Research Grant Opportunity Announcements" subscription.

You can see a list of any current and expired opportunities at Research Grants.

Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation, Inc.

Research to improve bone marrow disease treatments, restore patients to health, and find cures for bone marrow failure diseases.

To be eligible, applicants must hold a doctoral level degree. There are no nationality restrictions. Research may be carried out in the United States or abroad but not at a for-profit laboratory in the private sector.

Arthritis Australia

Research and career awards in the fields of arthritis, rheumatic diseases or other musculoskeletal diseases or conditions, including osteoporosis.

  • Research Grants -- deadline is July 12, 2008. Apply online beginning May 12, 2008.

Grants are restricted to Australian citizens or permanent residents.

Arthritis Foundation

Research and training to prevent, control, and cure arthritis.

For all, check back in September or October 2008 for the next due dates. See Our Research Program for general information and Information for Researchers for forms.

Arthritis National Research Foundation

Research funding for the prevention, treatment and cure of arthritis and other rheumatic diseases.

Check Application Guidelines for more.

Arthritis Society

Research and career development awards to improve the quality of life for people with arthritis in Canada.

For an overview of the program, go to Program Details.

Check Regulations and Applications for Researchers in November or December 2008 for new opportunities.

Association for International Cancer Research

Fundamental research into the causes, mechanisms, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer.

The Association is based in Scotland but awards internationally; research may be performed outside of Scotland.

Australian Academy of Science

Outstanding contributions to science, education and public awareness, science policy, international relations.

  • International Science Linkages -- research support for scientific visits and collaborations. Many programs offered; visit the site for details and deadlines.

Go to Research Support and sign up for the International Exchange List and Academy Newsletter.

Australian BioSecurity CRC

Impact of emerging infectious diseases on the livestock industries, public health, and the environment.

Topics must meet AB-CRC objectives. For more information about funding opportunities, sign up for email notices at Subscribe to MyCRC.

Australian Cancer Research Foundation

Infrastructure and cancer and genomics research grants within Australia.

For more information, go to About CRF Grants and read Latest News.

Australian Lung Foundation

Medical research into lung disease.

ALF Awards include the following:

Next deadline is October 30, 2008, for all awards. All awards require Australian residency and some require membership. Go to Lungnet News for updates.

Australian Research Council

Projects that deliver benefits to the community and make Australia's research more competitive globally.

  • Linkage Projects -- proposals must include organizations outside the higher education sector. Applications are due twice a year. The next due date is May 23, 2008.
  • Linkage International -- awards, fellowships and grants for work in Australia or overseas. Applications are due May 23, 2008. Expect an announcement for the next application date in October 2008.
  • Federation Fellowships -- designed to attract outstanding international researchers to Australia. Applications are due yearly. Expect an announcement for the next application date in May 2008.
  • Discovery Projects -- require Australian citizenship. Applications are due yearly. Expect an announcement for the next application date in October 2008.

Go to Important Dates for an overview of deadlines. See Funding Rules and read Discovery Newsletter.

Australian Society for Microbiology

Training and career grants to advance the science of microbiology in Australia.

  • Awards and Prizes -- Many offered. Click links there for details.
    • The Research Trust Fellowship offers a stipend for a full-time research project in Australia. Applications are due October 30 every year.

Society membership required. Go to Australian Society for Microbiology News for the latest notices.

Australian Stem Cell Centre

Research that uses stem cells to discover and develop new therapies for human disease.

Learn how to Apply for Funding. Sign up for the Mailing List and go to Contact ASSC to get more information.

Baxter International Foundation

Investigator-initiated projects that improve the access, quality, and cost-effectiveness of healthcare.

Go to Mission and Priorities and read Application Procedures to learn about investigator-initiated funding opportunities. For latest news from the Baxter International Foundation, go to News Releases.

Bayer Hemophilia Awards Program

Research and education in hemophilia.

Many restrictions apply. Go to About the Program for deadlines and application information, and read the Essential Information before completing Application Forms.

Beckman Foundation, Arnold and Mabel

Methods, instruments, and materials that will open up new avenues of research in science.

Deadline is October 1, 2008. Go to Guidelines and Procedures for more information.

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation

Improvements in global public health in the following Grantmaking Areas:

Grant proposals for the first Explorations funding round will be accepted online at Grand Challenges Explorations from March 31 through May 30, 2008.

To learn about submitting an investigator-initiated proposals, go to How to Submit a Letter of Inquiry. Check Requests for Proposals regularly for new opportunities, and sign up for email notices from the Gates Foundation at Email Updates.

Biochemical Society

Training and career development for biochemists.

Awards require Biochemical Society membership. Go to Latest News, RSS Feeds and Publication Alerts for latest news about funding opportunities.

Biomedical Engineering Society

Education and guidance for biomedical engineers.

Fellowships are open to all biomedical engineers who qualify for membership, even if they are not members.

Biophysical Society

Development and dissemination of knowledge in biophysics.

Funding is open only to BPS members. 2009 award deadlines coming soon. Sign up for the Biophysical Society Newsletter to get updates.

Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council

High-quality basic, strategic and applied research in biological science.

Unless otherwise noted, deadlines are July 22, 2008. Funding is open to international scientists but host institutions must be in the UK.

Go to Application Deadlines and BBSRC Grants Guide for more information. Sign up for the BSSRC Newsfeed for updates.

Boehringer Ingelheim Fonds

Basic research in biomedicine.

British Association for Cancer Research

Laboratory and clinical research into all aspects of cancer.

Next deadlines are June 30, 2008. Awards require BACR membership. For updates, go to BACR News.

British Blood Transfusion Society

Research into blood transfusion.

Travel scholarships open to BBTS members only. Go to BBTS News for more information.

British Heart Foundation

Heart health research.

Funding open only to researchers who work -- or plan to work -- in a UK research institution. For the latest news, register for BHF's e-Newsletter. For more information, go to Research Grants.

British Lung Foundation

Treatment, care, and support for people affected by diseases of the lungs.

Funding open only to researchers who work in a UK institution. For the latest news, go to the BLF Media Center.

British Medical Association

Medical research.

This organization plans to offer funding for research. Check BMA Research Grants in December, 2008, for 2009 opportunities. Go to BMA Research Grants FAQs for more information.

British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy

Prevention and treatment of infectious diseases.

Deadlines are December 1, 2008. Check Grants and Awards regularly for new funding opportunities. For more updates, go to Latest News and sign up for BSAC's Newsletter.

British Society for Haematology

Basic and clinical research and post-graduate education in hematology.

  • Scholarships -- to attend international conferences. Deadline is September 30.
  • Fellowships -- for young hematologists. Applications accepted any time.
  • Startup Grants -- for investigator-initiated research. Applications accepted any time.

For the BSH updates, go to News and Bulletins.

Broad Medical Research Program

Research into Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

Letters of Interest accepted any time. Funding is open only to PIs with faculty or equivalent appointment at a not-for-profit or charitable institution. Go to How to Apply and see News Releases for more information.

BUPA Foundation

Research into infectious diseases and toxins, occupational health, preventative health, training and career.

Funding is open only to researchers who work -- or plan to work -- in a UK institution. Other restrictions apply. Go to Latest News for updates.

Burroughs Wellcome Fund

Research into infectious diseases and toxins.

For more information about funding opportunities, go to the BWF Grants Guide and sign up for the Focus Newsletter.

CSL Behring Foundation

Medical research related to bleeding disorders.

Deadlines are July 31, 2008. Register for CLS Behring's Email Newsletter to receive funding news.

California Institute for Regenerative Medicine

Stem cell research and research facilities.

Applicants must be employed by institutions in California. For new opportunities, check CIRM Funding Opportunities regularly, and go to the Press Room.

Canadian Diabetes Association

Diabetes research, education, service and advocacy.

Check Research Competition in August for 2009 funding opportunities. See the Canadian Diabetes Association's Media Center for more information.

Canadian Foundation for AIDS Research

Investigator-initiated research into HIV and AIDS.

Open to researchers in Canada who have demonstrated expertise, productivity, and leadership in HIV/AIDS research.

Go to Apply for forms and more information.

Canadian Hemophilia Society

Research into treatments and cures for bleeding disorders.

For news from CHS, read Hemophilia Today Magazine.

Canadian Institutes of Health Research

Improvements in Canadian health, health services and health care.

Check in June 2008 for the following:

In general, opportunities are open only to Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Go to Current Opportunities and Institute of Infection and Immunity for more information.

Canadian Liver Foundation

Liver research, including transplantation

Go to CLF Grant Programs and How to Apply for information on funding opportunities.

Canadian Lung Association

Research into chronic lung diseases and infectious diseases like TB, flu, and pneumonia.

In general, funding opportunities are open only to Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Go to Our research and Apply for funding for more information on funding opportunities.

Cancer and Bowel Research Trust

Research into the causes, cure, and prevention of cancer-related illness.

  • Research Grants -- annual deadline is August 30 for funding the next year.

Open to investigators who will be conducting research at an institution in Australia.

Cancer Council Australia

Research into cancer therapies.

Go to Research for information on funding opportunities.

Cancer Research Institute

Research into immunologic approaches to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of cancer.

Go to Research Programs for more information on funding opportunities, and read The Researcher for updates to research programs.

Cancer Research UK

Basic, clinical and translational research, career development and fellowships.

  • Fellowships must be at a U.K. institution; applicants do not have to be U.K. citizens.
  • Applicants for clinical fellowships must be able to practice clinically in the U.K.
  • Non-clinical fellowships are open to all nationalities.

For more information on funding opportunities, go to Apply for Funding.

Centers for Disease Control

Research into infectious diseases and toxins, HIV and AIDS, and emergency response.

Check Grant Funding Opportunity Announcements regularly for funding opportunities. Sign up for email notices at email updates.

Chronic Fatigue and Immune Dysfunction Syndrome Association of America

Multidisciplinary research in areas such as immunology, infectious diseases, and genetics.

For more information on funding opportunities, go to Research, and sign up for the CFIDSLink newsletter.

Chronic Granulomatous Disorder Research Trust (UK)

Research into immunology, Aspergillus infections, and gene therapy.

Check Grants Available in June 2008 for funding opportunities. Go to For Researchers for more information.

Concern Foundation

Prevention and treatment of cancer.

  • Investigator-initiated applications.
    • Grants will be awarded only to investigators at the level of assistant professor or equivalent.
    • Priority to investigators who have yet to obtain significant funding for their work.
    • Applicants at governmental agencies are not eligible.

Check Grants in spring 2009 for the 2009-2010 grant period.

Cure Kids NZ

Investigator-initiated research into childhood diseases

Full research proposals are accepted by invitation only, based on the strength of preliminary research proposals. Funding is open to researchers living in New Zealand only.

For more information, go to Research We Fund.

Damon Runyon Cancer Research Foundation

Research into the causes, mechanisms, therapies, and prevention of cancer.

For more information on funding opportunities, go to Award Programs.

Dana Foundation

Brain research in neuroscience and immunology.

For more information on funding opportunities, go to Science and Health Grants.

Diabetes Action and Research and Education Foundation

Research related to diabetes, especially alternative, complementary, integrative, and nutritional therapies.

  • Deadline is June 1, 2008.

For more information on funding opportunities, go to Diabetes Action Research and Request grant application.

Diabetes Australia

Research into the prevention, cure and treatment of diabetes.

Supports researchers in Australia.

For more information on the DART grant, go to Diabetes Australia Research Trust.

 

Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation

Research into islet cell transplantation, macrovascular disease and neuropathy.

For more information and to join the DRWF mailing list, go to Contact Us.

Diabetes UK

Research into care, treatment, cause, prevention, and cure of diabetes.

For more information on funding opportunities, read the five-year plan at Research Strategy.

Doris Duke Charitable Foundation

Clinical research into biomedical discoveries that improve human health.

Check the Medical Research page in the fall for new funding opportunities. Sign up for email notices at DDCF Medical Research Program Mailing Lists.

Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation

Research into HIV and AIDS.

For more information on funding opportunities, go to Grants and Awards. Sign up for email news at EGPAF Newsroom.

Fanconi Anemia Research Fund, Inc.

Research into bone marrow transplantation.

For more information on submitting an application, go to Grant Applications -- applications accepted any time.

For more information on the Fanconi Anemia Research Fund, Inc., go to Publications.

Food Allergy Initiative

Investigator-initiated research into the treatment and cure of food allergies.

For more information on food allergies, sign up for email notices at Register/Sign-Up.

Gateway for Cancer Research

Investigator-initiated, innovative, integrative, and complementary phase I and phase II cancer clinical studies.

For more information on funding opportunities, go to Research Overview.
Grand Challenges in Global Health

Investigator-initiated projects in four focus areas:

Pre-registration deadline is May 15, 2008. Application deadline is May 30, 2008. For more information on the application process, see Application Instructions. To receive news, updates, and new funding opportunities, sign up for Email Updates.

Also see Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.

Howard Hughes Medical Institute

Biomedical research and science education.

Check Research Grants regularly for funding opportunities. Read HHMI News for latest updates.

Human Frontier Science Program

Novel, innovative, and interdisciplinary approaches to life sciences research.

  • Young Investigators’ Grants are for teams of scientists who are all within 5 years of establishing an independent laboratory and within 10 years of obtaining their PhDs.
  • Program Grants are for independent scientists at all stages of their careers.
Next deadline will be posted in December 2008. For more information, go to Guidelines and Application Instructions. Check Programs for funding opportunities.
Immune Tolerance Network

Investigator-initiated clinical trials in kidney, liver, and islet transplantation; autoimmune diseases; allergy and asthma, as well as tolerance assay or mechanistic studies.

To receive notifications of new funding opportunities, sign up at the ITN Mailing List.

Infectious Diseases Society of America 

Patient care, education, research, public health, and prevention related to infectious diseases.

For more information, go to Awards and Scholarships. Sign up for infectious diseases news at ID News Services.

International Society for Heart and Lung Transplants

Advance the science and treatment of end-stage heart and lung diseases.

Eligibility requirements vary. Next deadline is February 2009. For more information, go to ISHLT Grants and Awards Program.

International Society for Infectious Diseases

Investigator-initiated research into infectious diseases, microbiology, HIV and AIDS.

For updates on new funding opportunities, sign up for ISID News.

Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International

Research into a cure for diabetes and diabetes-related complications.

JDRF Requests for Applications

For more information on funding opportunities, go to For Scientists. Go to Publications to Subscribe to JDRF E-Newsletters.

Kennedy Krieger Institute with CDC

Research into disorders of the brain and spinal cord.

Requirements and length of commitment varies by education level. To learn about other programs, go to Professional Training.

Leukaemia Research Fund

Research into leukemia and other blood disorders.

This organization also has funding opportunities. Go to Research Grants and contact the relevant Advisory Panel for opportunities and application information.

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Blood cancer research, education and patient services.

For more information, go to Research Grants and sign up for LLS eNews.

Leukemia Research Foundation

Leukemia research.

Go to Research Grants: Application for more information, and read news from the LRF Leukemia Research News.

Life Sciences Research Foundation

Research into life sciences.

Fellowships are open only to M.D., Ph.D., D.V.M., or D.D.S. who do not hold a faculty appointment. Go to Application Instructions for more information.

Lupus Foundation of America

Research into the causes of and cure for lupus.

Deadlines for Letters of Intent is April 21, 2008. Go to LFA Research Program and sign up for the Lupus Now newsletter for new funding opportunities.

Lupus Research Institute

Promising, idea-driven, novel research into the cause of, treatment of, and cure for lupus.

Application deadline is May 16, 2008. For more information on funding opportunities, sign up for the LRI Mailing List.

Lymphoma Research Foundation

Research into the treatment and cure lymphoma.

For more information, go to Website Sign Up to register for updates.

Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation

Innovative efforts in the most promising areas of multiple myeloma research, including immunology, immunotherapy, and transplantation.

Go to Apply for a Grant for more information.

Multiple Sclerosis Research Australia

Research into a cure for multiple sclerosis.

Some opportunities have citizenship and residency requirements. For more information, go to Funding Opportunities and read MSRA Publications.

National Association for Colitis and Crohn's Disease

Research into inflammatory bowel diseases.

Register for Medical Research Awards to get information about 2009 awards.

National Blood Foundation

Research and education into transfusion medicine and blood banking.

Check NBF Scientific Research Grant this summer for the 2009 application information, and go to Newsletters and Journal for updates.

National Foundation for Infectious Diseases

Education and research into the causes, treatment and prevention of infectious diseases.

2009 application process begins in fall 2008. Go to the Media Center for latest information.

National Health and Medical Research Council

High public and individual health standards in Australia.

  • Project Grants -- Investigator-initiated research. 2009 deadline will be posted later this year.
  • Program Grants -- Investigator-initiated research. 2009 deadline will be posted later this year.
  • Development Grants -- for early stage commercial projects. Deadline is June 2, 2008.
  • Postdoctoral Fellowships -- 2008 deadline is July 21, 2008. Applications open May 10, 2008.

Applications are accepted from Australian institutions only. See Funding Calendar for upcoming opportunities. Go to News & Events for the latest updates.

National Hemophilia Foundation

Research grants and career awards for investigation of bleeding disorders such as hemophilia and von Willebrand disease at the subcellular, cellular, animal, or patient level.

Find an overview of all the programs at Research Grants Program. Get details at the links above.

National Institute of Clinical Studies (Australia)

Clinical research in all areas of public and individual health. NICS is part of NHMRC (see above).

NICS plans funding opportunities. Go to Funding Programs to learn more, and subscribe to NICS Update for more information.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Prevention, treatment and cure of multiple sclerosis.

Applicants must consult NMSS Research and Clinical Programs Department before submitting an application. Go to Apply Online for more information, and sign up for NMSS News.

Pan American Health and Education Foundation (PAHEF)

Research into childhood obesity and healthy aging.

For more information about PAHEF, sign up for Email Updates.

Paul G. Allen Family Foundations

Multi-disciplinary projects with defined milestones and a high likelihood of producing near-term success.

Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications for this area of funding. Go to In the News for the latest updates.

Prevent Cancer Foundation

Prevention and early detection of cancer through scientific research, education and community outreach.

  • Grants and Fellowships -- investigator-initiated proposals in the following areas:
    • Basic, clinical, translational, and population-based research.
    • Education programs in cancer prevention.
    • Early detection.
    • Behavioral interventions.

Next deadline is September 14, 2008. Go to Application Guidelines; sign up for the Prevent Cancer Foundation e-Newsletter.

Robert Wood Johnson Foundation

Many areas of health and health care.

Go to What We Fund, and sign up for Email Services for more information about funding opportunities.

Sandler Program for Asthma Research

New pathways of investigation in basic research of asthma; strongly encourage innovation and risk.

  • Sandler Program -- investigator-initiated research, open to US and Canadian scientists only. Next deadline is February 11, 2009.

Go to Sandler Program to sign up to receive the 2009 program announcement.

South African Medical Research Council

All health topics.

Funds South African researchers only.

Thrasher Research Fund

Clinical and translational pediatric research, domestic and international.

  • Research Grant -- investigator-initiated research. Submit a "concept paper" at any time.
  • Early Career Award -- Next deadline is June 20, 2008. Open to physicians in a residency or fellowship program or who recently completed either and post-docs who received a degree in the past three years. Not open to holders of an NIH career development award.

For application information, go to Review Cycle.

Triological Society

Clinical and basic research in otolaryngology.

Career Development Awards – for otolaryngologists. 2008 deadline has passed; check back in the next few months.

Go to Research Grants and ENToday for news. Also see American Laryngological, Rhinological, and Otological Society.

Wellcome Trust

Research into human and animal health, mostly investigator-initiated.

Unless otherwise noted, applications are accepted any time. Each award type has its own requirements and application process. Go to Application Information, and check each category's funding page.

Most grants are open to researchers in the UK or Ireland only; some are open to those collaborating with investigators in the UK or Ireland or having previous Wellcome Trust funding.

For information and updates, sign up for Wellcome News Feeds.

World Allergy Organization

Education, research, and training in allergy immunology and clinical care.

Contact the WAO Secretariat for more information. Sign up for WAO News and Notes for more information on funding opportunities.

World Health Organization

Research in areas relevant to the Special Programme for Research and Training in Tropical Diseases.

Deadlines and requirements vary. Go to