LAUNCHing Leaders for Future U.S. Investments in Global Health Research (D43 Clinical Trial Optional)
This grant funds U.S. consortia to train early-career researchers through year-long mentored global health research programs in partnership with institutions in low- and middle-income countries.
Funder: National Institutes of Health
Due Dates: May 25, 2026 (Estimated, Forecasted)
Funding Amounts: Not specified; award ceiling and floor not stated. Typical NIH D43 awards support multi-institutional, multi-year training programs.
Summary: Supports U.S. consortia to train early career researchers in global health through mentored, year-long research immersion in low- and middle-income countries.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—details and deadlines may change.
Description
This opportunity supports the development of consortia among U.S. research institutions to provide early career researchers with immersive, mentored research training experiences in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The program aims to cultivate future leaders in global health research by exposing pre- and post-doctoral trainees to the diverse health challenges present in international, low-resource settings and fostering partnerships with local researchers.
Consortia must include:
- Four U.S. research institutions
- At least six collaborating research-intensive institutions and/or sites in LMICs
The program emphasizes:
- Research mentorship
- Technical and professional skills training
- Peer partnerships with LMIC researchers
- Career guidance and networking
- Collaborative research environments
Thematic focus areas must be relevant to the research priorities of participating NIH institutes, centers, and offices. The ultimate goal is to enhance the capacity of early career researchers to develop into independent investigators addressing health needs in the U.S. and globally.
