Faculty Pilot Research Grant
This grant funds MUSC faculty to launch innovative early-stage global health research projects in low- and middle-income countries, supporting new collaborations and preliminary data collection for future external grants.
Funder: Medical University of South Carolina
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $20,000 per award for a 12-month project; multiple awards made annually
Summary: Supports MUSC faculty in launching early-stage, innovative global health research projects in low- and middle-income countries.
Description
The Faculty Pilot Research Grant, administered by the MUSC Center for Global Health, provides seed funding to MUSC faculty to initiate early-stage research projects in global health, specifically in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The program aims to catalyze new research initiatives, foster international collaborations, and generate preliminary data that can be leveraged for larger external grants. Projects must align with the Center’s mission to improve health and equity worldwide and demonstrate potential for sustainable impact and future funding.
