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Funding Information

• The maximum grant amount an applicant can request varies based on the region where they reside and is determined by the corresponding IBRO Regional Committee. Please note the specific amounts below:
  • Africa: 3000 USD
  • Asia-Pacific : 3000 USD
  • Latin America region: 3000 USD
  • Pan Europe: 4000 USD
  • US/Canada: 3000 USD
• The proposed projects should be completed in a maximum of one year from the proposed project start date.
• The required grant report should be submitted no later than 3 months following the conclusion of the proposed project.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants should be early career principal investigators (maximum 7 years in this role).
  • Any extended breaks from research (e.g. previous maternity or adoption leave) are accepted and should be justified in the application.
• Applicants must have at least one published, peer-reviewed paper in at least the capacity of the corresponding author.
• Applicants or their partner must either
  • Be pregnant (at least 4 months),
  • Have given birth in the last four months before the grant application deadline,
  • Be close to adoption, assuming the role of the primary caregiver.

Evaluation Criteria

• The submitted applications will be assessed based on the following evaluation criteria:
  • Eligibility Criteria: All eligibility criteria stated in this call for applications are met
  • Scientific Credentials: Strong academic and publication record, relevant work experience, and demonstrated progress-to-date
  • Quality of Research Proposal: The proposed research reflects a high standard of work in a significant research area, with clear aims, objectives, and a structured plan
  • Justification by Applicant: Clear justification of the impact this award will have on their scientific progress
  • Support Request: Sufficiently detailed request and clear plan of how the funds will be spent

Application Requirements

• The application form asks for the following information:
  • Applicant Details: A brief description of the applicant’s academic background and current research focus
  • Grants Received: A list of grants that you have received, including IBRO grants
  • Research Proposal: A detailed description of the research project for which you request IBRO support
  • Motivation and Impact Statement: A comprehensive explanation of your motivation in applying for this program and the impact of the requested funds to your research project and laboratory
  • Budget Request: A detailed budget breakdown, specifying the proposed items to be funded by IBRO
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV): A copy of the applicant’s CV
  • Confirmation of independent Principal Investigator status: Signed and dated letter your institution of affiliation confirming your PI role
  • Confirmation of pregnancy, birth, or adoption: Official letter confirming your pregnancy, birth, or adoption
  • Terms and conditions: Agreeing with terms and conditions as stipulated in the IBRO Privacy Policy and payment guidelines.

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