USAID (United States Agency for International Deve
May 3, 2025
This is an excellent grant opportunity for projects that fall under the category of Information and Communication Science & Technology. The joint initiative by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) and Inria is aimed at fostering Indo-French scientific collaboration. Here’s a brief summary for potential applicants:
Grant Overview:
- Donor: Department of Science and Technology (DST) & Inria (France)
- Grant Size: $10,000 to $100,000 (or ?10-15 lakhs per project per year)
- Deadline: October 31, 2024
- Category: Events/Research Collaboration
- Countries Involved: India and France
Focus Areas:
- Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Cybersecurity
- Advanced Communication Technologies
- Digital Health
- Other relevant digital technologies
Funding Includes:
- International travel (between India and France)
- Support for Junior Research Fellows (JRF), Senior Research Fellows (SRF), or Research Associates (RAPDF)
- Contingency funding up to ?50,000/year
- Institutional overheads as per DST norms
Eligibility:
- Indian Applicants: Must be a scientist or faculty member with a permanent position at universities, academic institutes, or R&D labs.
- French Applicants: Should be part of an Inria project team.
Evaluation Criteria:
- Alignment with the call’s objectives
- Technical and scientific quality
- Project management and methodology
- Global impact and collaborative synergies
- Resource mobilization
- Balanced scientific and financial contributions
For more information, refer to the Department of Science and Technology’s official communication. This grant offers a strong platform for cross-border research collaborations, particularly for those working in cutting-edge digital technologies
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