Culture of Research and University Exchanges Prep program (CRUX) in One Health and Agricultural STEM
ID: 334092Type: Forecasted
Overview

Buyer

U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe (DOS-ZWE)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Education

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Mandatory

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/334092
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Mission to Zimbabwe is announcing a forecasted opportunity for the Culture of Research and University Exchanges Prep program (CRUX) in One Health and Agricultural STEM, aimed at enhancing research capacity at Zimbabwean academic institutions. This cooperative agreement seeks proposals from U.S. higher education institutions to build partnerships with Zimbabwean universities, focusing on developing a culture of research and improving research methodologies in the specified fields. The program is part of the U.S. Department of State's University Partnership Initiative, which aims to strengthen educational institutions in Africa for national development. Interested applicants should submit proposals by July 15, 2021, with an estimated total funding of $150,000 available for approximately 1-2 awards, each valued at around $75,000. For further inquiries, contact John Hishmeh at PublicDiplomacyGrants-ZIM@state.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    John Hishmeh Grantor
    +263 242 867 701 1000
    hishmehjo@state.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Notice of Funding - CRUX Program OFP2021 2021-06-05.docx
    Notice.bin
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