CIFAR Horizon Networks 2026: International Research Funding Opportunity for Early- and Mid-Career Researchers ·Canadian Institute for Advanced Research

Overview

This program offers international research funding to support early- and mid-career researchers in building interdisciplinary and global research collaborations.

Eligibility

Applicants must be emerging research leaders capable of co-leading networks. Each network must include researchers who are alumni of CIFAR’s early-career leadership programs and may also consist of early- to mid-career faculty members from diverse institutions.

Benefits

• Collaborative funding distributed across the team for research activities and initiatives.
• Professional development opportunities to strengthen leadership and collaboration.
• Access to international academic networks and interdisciplinary partnerships.
• Support for in-person meetings with logistics managed by CIFAR.
• Flexible management of funds among team members.

How to Apply

Applications will go through a multi-stage review process, ensuring eligibility and participant engagement in peer evaluations.

Deadline

Application Deadline: June 17, 2026 at 12 PM ET.