Pandemic Center Secures $900K Grant for African Biosecurity

The Pandemic Center has received a $900,000 grant from the Carnegie Corporation of New York to launch a program aimed at mid-career professionals in Africa, focusing on biological threat reduction policy. This three-year initiative will feature a 9–10-week online course and a yearlong fellowship, providing specialized training to empower African talent in public health policy.

The program seeks to address a training gap for early- and mid-career professionals, building a pipeline of African decision-makers who are well-versed in biological threat reduction. By strengthening skills and fostering sustainable, continent-based training, the initiative aims to prepare the next generation of biosecurity leaders capable of responding effectively to emerging public health challenges.

Applicants must be mid-career professionals with at least five years of post-graduate experience in biological sciences, biotechnology, international security, or public health. The program is specifically designed for individuals based in Africa.

Deadline: Ongoing

The grant covers the costs associated with the online course and fellowship, but specific details on stipends or additional funding are not provided.