Introduction Rabindranath Tagore University is a multidisciplinary private university near Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, that provides skill-integrated higher education while promoting research, entrepreneurship, innovation, employability, arts, literature, and Indian culture. History and Background Rabindranath Tagore University, commonly known as RNTU, was established by the AISECT Group in 2010. Formerly known as AISECT University, it was established… [Read More]
Research
Foundations’ Post Doc Pool: Funding International Research for Postdoctoral Scholars (Finland)
Introduction The Foundations’ Post Doc Pool, known in Finnish as Säätiöiden post doc -pooli, is a collaborative funding initiative that supports recently qualified postdoctoral researchers travelling from Finland to conduct research at universities and research institutions abroad. History and Background The Foundations’ Post Doc Pool was established in 2009 and initially operated as a three-year… [Read More]
The Elsevier Foundation: Advancing Inclusive Research and Global Health
Introduction The Elsevier Foundation is a corporate nonprofit foundation that supports international partnerships designed to strengthen research capacity, improve health equity and expand opportunities for underrepresented communities. History and Background The Elsevier Foundation was established in 2005 with funding from Elsevier, a global provider of scientific and healthcare information and decision-support tools. The Foundation was… [Read More]
Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES): Advancing Weather, Climate, Ocean and Polar Research (India)
Introduction The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) is a Government of India ministry responsible for advancing Earth system science and delivering essential services related to weather, climate, oceans, coasts, hydrology, earthquakes and natural hazards. It also supports the sustainable exploration of marine resources and scientific research across the Arctic, Antarctic and Himalayan regions. History and… [Read More]
Orion Research Foundation: Supporting Medical and Scientific Research in Finland
Introduction Orion Research Foundation is an independent Finnish foundation that provides research grants for medicine, veterinary medicine, pharmacy and related natural sciences, including chemistry and physics. The Foundation concentrates particularly on early-career researchers, including doctoral researchers, recently graduated postdoctoral researchers and scientists establishing independent research careers. It annually distributes approximately €1 million to more than… [Read More]
Royal Society of Edinburgh: Advancing Research, Innovation and Knowledge for Scotland’s Public Good
Introduction The Royal Society of Edinburgh (RSE) is Scotland’s National Academy. It brings together leading experts from science, technology, medicine, social sciences, business, public service, arts and the humanities to advance knowledge for public benefit. The RSE supports researchers through grants and fellowships, provides independent advice to policymakers, promotes innovation and encourages public engagement. It… [Read More]
Bayreuth Academy of Advanced African Studies: Advancing Interdisciplinary Research and Global African Scholarship
Introduction The Bayreuth Academy of Advanced African Studies is an interdisciplinary research centre at the University of Bayreuth in Germany. It promotes innovative research on Africa and African diasporas through international fellowships, postdoctoral working groups, academic collaboration and public engagement. Since 2019, the Academy has operated as part of the University of Bayreuth’s Africa Multiple:… [Read More]
Institute for Advanced Study: Supporting Independent Research and Scholarly Discovery
Introduction The Institute for Advanced Study (IAS) is an independent center for theoretical research and intellectual inquiry located in Princeton, New Jersey, United States. It supports scholars and scientists conducting curiosity-driven basic research across mathematics, natural sciences, historical studies and social sciences. IAS is not a university and does not award conventional undergraduate or graduate… [Read More]
Africa-Europe Innovation Partnership: Connecting Research, Startups and Innovation Ecosystems
Introduction The Africa-Europe Innovation Platform (AEIP) is a collaborative initiative connecting stakeholders across the innovation value chain in Africa and Europe. It functions as a “network of networks” through which policymakers, researchers, universities, startups, businesses, investors, funders, civil society organizations and business support institutions can form partnerships. The platform supports the priorities of the African… [Read More]
Prostate Cancer UK: History, Mission, Research Funding, Programmes and Impact
Prostate Cancer UK is a leading UK prostate cancer charity focused on improving the diagnosis, treatment and support available to men affected by prostate cancer. Its work combines medical research, patient support, health information, awareness campaigns and policy advocacy, with the long-term ambition of creating a future where no man dies from prostate cancer. The… [Read More]
