The Biocodex Microbiota Foundation has officially opened its annual call for the Henri Boulard Award, a prestigious grant dedicated to local health initiatives.
This prize recognizes innovative projects that aim to protect the human microbiota and advance global health outcomes in regions with unmet medical needs.
Five distinct awards are available this year, targeting three critical areas: general human health, the fight against antimicrobial resistance, and environmental concerns.
From improving water purification systems to launching community health education, the foundation is looking for solutions that provide tangible benefits to local populations.
Funding and benefits
Selected winners will receive a total grant of €10,000 to fuel their specific projects.
The funding is structured to support sustained progress, with an initial €8,000 payment delivered upon receiving the award and a final €2,000 installment provided one year later, contingent on a project report.
Beyond the financial support, the Henri Boulard Award offers winners significant international visibility.
The foundation publishes non-confidential details and illustrations of the winning projects on its website, showcasing local health breakthroughs to a global audience.
Application requirements and eligibility
Participation is strictly reserved for health professionals who are representing established entities.
Applications must be submitted on behalf of a hospital, research organization, or non-profit association, as the foundation does not provide funding to individuals or personal bank accounts .
Eligible projects must be based in specific countries across Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa.
Proposals are evaluated based on their scientific relevance to microbiota, their potential to improve local health, and the feasibility of replicating the project in other countries.
Certain restrictions apply, as the program does not support clinical drug evaluations, pre-clinical studies, or projects already backed by international non-governmental organizations.
The independent jury emphasizes the importance of clear, well-organized applications that demonstrate a direct link to microbiota preservation.
Deadline
The application window is currently open and will remain so until the submission portal closes on September 15th.
Aspiring applicants must download the necessary forms and submit their proposals via email to the Biocodex Microbiota Foundation before the final jury selection occurs in December.
To apply, visit The Biocodex Microbiota Foundation call page. Visit our global opportunity page for more.
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