Collaborative Research Opportunities Program (CROP) in Agricultural STEM
ID: 351479Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Venezuela (DOS-VEN)

Award Range

$100K - $200K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Other

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351479

Additional Information

https://ve.usembassy.gov/embassy-grant-opportunities/
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Venezuela is offering a funding opportunity through the Collaborative Research Opportunities Program (CROP) in Agricultural STEM, aimed at U.S. Institutes of Higher Education (HEIs). This program seeks to enhance research capacities at Venezuelan universities and foster partnerships with U.S. institutions, focusing on building collaborative research opportunities and adhering to international research standards. The initiative is critical for strengthening Venezuela's educational institutions as instruments of national development, with a grant of up to $200,000 available for a single proposal. Applications are due by February 29, 2024, and interested parties can contact VAUPublicEngagement@fan.gov for more information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    VAUPublicEngagement@fan.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    NOFO - CROP Research Capacity Building Initiative - FY2024VE003.pdf
    NOFO.pdf
    The U.S. Department of State’s Venezuela Affairs Unit (VAU) has announced a funding opportunity for U.S. Institutes of Higher Education (HEIs) through its Collaborative Research Opportunities Program (CROP) in Agricultural STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), with applications due by February 29, 2024. This initiative focuses on strengthening research capacities at Venezuelan universities, fostering partnerships with U.S. institutions, and promoting international research standards. A grant of up to $200,000 will be awarded to a single proposal aimed at enhancing academic collaboration and addressing agricultural STEM challenges. Key program deliverables include online capacity-building sessions for Venezuelan faculty, professional networking activities, and a study tour for Venezuelan academics to U.S. HEIs. Eligible applicants must be recognized U.S. higher education institutions, and priority will be given to those with bilingual staff. The performance period is set for 18 months, starting August 1, 2024. Applications will be evaluated based on proposal quality, organizational capacity, project feasibility, and sustainability, underscoring the program's goal to bolster Venezuelan higher education as a tool for national development.
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