Global Infectious Disease Research Training Program (D43 Clinical Trial Optional)

This funding opportunity announcement encourages joint applications for the Global Infectious Disease Research Training programs from U.S. and low- and middle-income country institutions. The application should propose a collaborative training program that will strengthen the capacity of a low- and middle-income country institution to conduct infectious disease research. The program will support research-training programs that focus on major endemic or life-threatening emerging infectious diseases, neglected tropical diseases, infections that frequently occur as co-infections in HIV-infected individuals, or infections associated with non-communicable disease conditions of public health importance in low- and middle-income countries. Key aspects of the program include: • Collaborative training program between U.S. and low- and middle-income country institutions • Focus on infectious disease research • Support for research-training programs • Emphasis on building capacity in low- and middle-income country institutions • Opportunities for trainees to participate in clinical trials or gain research experience • Prioritization of research areas that address significant public health needs in low- and middle-income countries