Global Investigator Network
EMBO Global Investigator Network funds early-career life sciences group leaders in select countries to foster research, training, and international collaboration for four years.
Funder: European Molecular Biology Organization
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (Full application deadline; annual, projected)
Funding Amounts: Four years of financial support for networking, training, and travel; up to 10 awards per year; typical funding supports group leader and lab members' activities.
Summary: Supports early-career, independent life sciences group leaders in Chile, India, Japan, Singapore, or Taiwan with funding, training, mentoring, and international networking.
Key Information: Only researchers in the first six years of group leadership in eligible countries may apply; eligibility extensions possible for parental or medical leave.
Description
The EMBO Global Investigator Network provides four years of support to outstanding early-career group leaders in the life sciences who are based in Chile, India, Japan, Singapore, or Taiwan. The program aims to foster innovative research and international collaboration by offering financial resources for networking and training activities, travel, and professional development. Awardees join a global network of over 800 EMBO Young Investigators, Global Investigators, and Installation Grantees, gaining access to mentoring, EMBO events, and various career-support opportunities. After the four-year term, investigators remain associated with the network and retain access to select benefits.
