This funding supports institutional research training programs for scientists in low- and middle-income countries to enhance collaborative NIH research on noncommunicable diseases. Programs must provide mentorship, skills development, and trainee projects that leverage NIH-funded studies in LMICs, focusing on diseases relevant to both LMIC and U.S. health priorities. Applications should highlight unique LMIC resources or populations that augment U.S. research.
Eligible applicants include state, county, city, and special district governments; school districts; public and private higher education institutions; Native American tribal governments and organizations; nonprofits; federal agencies; U.S. territories; faith-based and community organizations; region