The ARVO Foundation Collaborative Research Fellowship funds international ophthalmic research partnerships to build capacity and foster innovation in developing countries.
Funder: ARVO Foundation for Eye Research
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $10,000 per fellowship; three fellowships awarded annually; one-year non-renewable term.
Summary: Supports international collaboration and research capacity building in ophthalmology, pairing researchers from developing countries with established scientists.
This fellowship aims to foster international collaboration and innovation in ophthalmic research by connecting researchers from developing countries with established scientists. The program supports a one-year research project that may include specialized training in equipment or methodologies, with a strong emphasis on building sustainable research capacity in economically developing regions. The fellowship is designed to promote scientific exchange and strengthen the global ophthalmic research community.