Indo-Australian Biotechnology Fund (IABF) 2395 views

The Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology is inviting applications for Indo-Australian Biotechnology Fund (IABF). This is a platform for bilateral collaboration in science jointly managed and funded by the governments of India and Australia.

About the fund:

The objectives of the IABF are to:

  • Increase the uptake of leading edge science and technology (S&T) by supporting: collaboration between Indian and Australian researchers in strategically focussed, leading edge, scientific research and technology projects; and strengthening strategic alliances between Indian and Australian researchers.
  • Facilitate India and Australia’s access to the global S&T system.
  • The Indo-Australian Biotechnology Fund is managed jointly by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), Government of India and Department of Industry, Innovation and Science (DIIS), Australian Government.

Duration: 03 years

Research Areas:  

  • Cancer Therapeutics / Theranostics
  • Genomics and Precision Medicine
  • Pest-Resistant Crops

Eligibility:

The Indian applicant must:

  • Submit an IABF application in one of the priority areas of research
  • Be one of the following ‘eligible organisations’ (or a consortium of eligible organisations): Indian Education institution; Indian Cooperative Research Centre / University; Indian Public research company; Indian Private research company; Indian State/Territory-funded research organisation; Indian not for profit research organisation; or Other Indian incorporated entity;
  • Be from an organisation that is registered under DSIR, is incorporated or if a university, is exempt from income tax; and have at least one Australian partner and confirmation from the implementing Australian agency that a corresponding application from that Australian partner has been received (this confirmation will be obtained by the Indian Government).
  • Joint applications involving more than one Indian partner are acceptable, provided the lead applicant is the main driver of the project and eligible to apply.
  • IABF projects should ‘link Indian and Australian research institutions, as well as other end-user partners

Grant value:

  • International Travel to Australia
  • Living Expenses
  • Salaries
  • Bench Fees
  • End-user expenses

Supporting Documentation:

  • Detailed written proposal
  • Letter from the Australian collaborator confirming that the proposal is jointly prepared. The letter should state that the Australian collaborator agrees to submit an equivalent proposal to the Australian Government.
  • CV of up to 4 pages for each of the key personnel (both Indian and Australian)
  • Detailed Project plan; Indian budget and Australian budget.
  • Declaration Certificate/ Letter of support from the applying organization clearly articulating the organization’s financial support (cash and/or in-kind) for the project and commitment to engage in the research collaboration.
  • Letter of support from any other Indian partner organizations clearly articulating the organization’s financial support (cash and/or in-kind) for the project and commitment to engage in the research collaboration (If applicable).
  • Letter of support from the Australian partner organization clearly articulating the organization’s financial support (cash and/or in-kind) and commitment to engage in the research collaboration.
  • Letter of support from any other international partner organizations clearly articulating the organization’s financial support (cash and/or in-kind) and commitment to engage in the research collaboration.

Submitting an application

  • Applicants for funding should submit completed application form only in the format provided.
  • 5 hard copies and a soft copy in a CD and one soft copy through single email) with all relevant, clearly labeled attachments to the Department of Biotechnology.
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Organization Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science & Technology
Country India, Australia
Fellowship Level Research awards
Subject areas Cancer Therapeutics / Theranostics, Genomics and Precision Medicine, Pest-Resistant Crops
Fellowship amount Funded
Eligibility Open to Indian nationals
Deadline 23rd October 2019
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