# Global Investigator Network

**Funder:** EMBO
**Duration:** 4 years
**Consortium:** No
**Eligible countries:** CL, IN, SG, TW
**Official call:** https://www.embo.org/funding/fellowships-grants-and-career-support/global-investigator-network/
**Last verified:** 5 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Supports scientists in the early stages of setting up independent laboratories in Chile, India, Singapore, or Taiwan for four years. Provides funding for networking, collaboration, and training activities.

## Summary

The EMBO Global Investigator Network supports early-stage independent group leaders in Chile, India, Singapore, and Taiwan with four-year funding for networking, collaboration, and research training activities. This programme aims to strengthen research capacity and international scientific connections in these regions by backing researchers at a critical career stage.

## Who should apply

- Early-stage independent group leaders (within 10 years of PhD typically)
- Researchers based in Chile, India, Singapore, or Taiwan
- Scientists seeking to build international research networks and collaborations
- Applicants focused on training and capacity-building alongside their research programme

## Key dates

- Four-year funding period per award

## Tips for applicants

- This programme is tied directly to EMBO membership and community-building; emphasise how your project will strengthen research capacity and international connections in your region.
- Training and mentoring components carry significant weight, articulate how your group will develop early-career scientists and foster cross-border collaboration.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the EMBO Global Investigator Network?

A four-year funding programme supporting early-stage independent group leaders in Chile, India, Singapore, and Taiwan to develop research networks, collaboration, and training activities.

### Who is eligible for the EMBO Global Investigator Network?

Early-stage independent group leaders based in Chile, India, Singapore, or Taiwan.

### How long does the EMBO Global Investigator Network funding last?

Awards provide support for four years.

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Source: [The Great Grantsby](https://grantsby.eu/grants/embo-global-investigator-network-2026) — EU grant monitoring for academic researchers. Always verify details on the funder's website before applying.

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