Global Innovation Initiative
The Global Innovation Initiative awarded grants to university consortia focusing on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)-related issues of global significance that foster cutting-edge multinational research and strengthen institutional international partnerships.
Please note that we are no longer accepting applications, as the competition is now closed.
Overview
The Global Innovation Initiative was a joint effort of the United States and the United Kingdom to strengthen global multilateral collaboration through grants to university consortia focusing on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM)-related issues of global significance that foster cutting-edge multinational research and strengthen institutional international partnerships.
Awards
The U.S. grant competition awarded a total of 16 grants ranging from $100,000 to $200,000.
Strengthening Bonds
The Global Innovation Initiative grants brought mutual benefit to higher education institutions in the United States, the United Kingdom and selected countries with growing economies through the enhancement of institutional ties and the development of multilateral relationships.
Sponsors
The program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State, and the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
