Good Morning, 

Please see the announcement below regarding an internal call for expressions of interest to select a nominee for a new limited submission funding opportunity from Warren Alpert Foundation. Additional information on this award and the internal application process can be found below:

Warren Alpert Foundation Request for Proposals to Enhance Training and Retention of Scholars in Computational Biology/Artificial Intelligence

Internal Expression of Interest Deadline: June 30, 2023 at 12 PM
OSP LOI Deadline (if nominated): TBD
Sponsor LOI Deadline (if nominated): July 16, 2023
Award Amount: The sponsor is not offering budgetary guidance or thresholds at this stage of the application process.

The Warren Alpert Foundation is seeking proposals that will enhance the development and retention of scholars in the field of Computational Biology/AI (CBAI) including investigators at Masters (leading to advanced degrees), Doctoral and Post-Doctoral Levels. The objective of this RFP is to identify and sponsor programs that have the capacity to provide high-quality training and support to developing scholars focused on healthcare related CBAI and the underlying science in developing therapeutics and treatment modalities. 

Proposals should outline a comprehensive plan to: provide scholars with a rigorous education in CBAI that prepares them for successful careers; foster a supportive and inclusive community; develop programs that encourage and support diversity and inclusion in the field of CBAI; implement strategies to enhance the retention  and development of scholars and researchers in the program and increase the number and quality of graduates who pursue careers in CBAI related to heath care; and generate and support internships or similar opportunities for scholars that reinforce career paths and development.

This is a limited submission opportunity and the Harvard University Cambridge campus and the Harvard Chan School of Public Health, as one unit, may nominate one candidate for this opportunity. To be considered for the nomination, potential applicants must submit an expression of interest (EOI) to vpr@harvard.edu by Friday, June 30^th at 12 PM. The EOI should Include the following information:

• PI Name and CV
• Names and titles of any additional lead personnel
• Brief summary (two to three sentences) of the overall proposed program, proposer’s experience, and ability to provide training and education focused on the healthcare related field and technology development of CBAI.
• Brief summary (two to three sentences) of the proposed curriculum for post masters, doctoral and post-doctoral programs in CBAI.
• Brief summary (two to three sentences) of facilities and resources available to support scholars in the program, including computing resources, laboratory facilities, and access to data and other resources.

Questions from FAS or SEAS faculty about this opportunity may be directed to Erin Hale (erin_hale@fas.harvard.edu) or Jennifer Corby (jcorby@fas.harvard.edu).

Additional curated lists are available at  research.fas.harvard.edu/funding-opportunities. We continue to add to and refine these lists based on feedback. Please feel free to reach out to us at research_development@fas.harvard.edu with any suggestions you may have.