Microbicides Research, Development, and Introduction
ID: 187913Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Agency for International Development (USAID)

Award Range

$100K - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Other

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    Description

    The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is offering a federal grant opportunity titled "Microbicides Research, Development, and Introduction" aimed at advancing research and innovation in microbicide technologies to reduce HIV infection rates among women and girls. The initiative seeks to support activities that align with the Global Health Initiative (GHI) principles, focusing on a woman- and girl-centered approach, enhancing health system capabilities, and ensuring gender considerations are integrated into program design and implementation. This funding opportunity, with an award ceiling of $2,250,000 and a floor of $100,000, is open to various eligible applicants, and interested parties can reach out to Kathleen Bumpass at kbumpass@usaid.gov or by phone at 202-567-5008 for further information. The closing date for applications is to be determined.

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