Welcome to the Global Initiatives updates for faculty, researchers, and staff. The newsletter presents opportunities for globally engaged research and teaching as well as celebrates the global engagement of our campus community and the partnerships we build and strengthen. If you have global opportunities, highlights, or events to share that are relevant to faculty, researchers and staff, please email global@ucsd.edu by the 20th of each month.
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The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation is seeking applications for 'Small-scale experiments that advance fundamental physics'. The foundation is interested in high-risk, high-reward projects that could lead to new discoveries beyond the standard models of particle physics and cosmology with “small-scale” referring to table-top-size experiments or to ones that could fit in a typical university physics research lab. Ideas from individuals and small teams are welcome and may include international collaboration.
Sponsor: Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation--please reach out to the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations for more information
Submission Deadlines: January 13, 2026
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Global Initiatives and ISEO is pleased to announce funding for a small number of grants of up to $50,000 for a 12-month period for postdoctoral employees with foreign residence in any discipline. Grants can be used to cover postdoctoral salary and benefits and, in combination with other grants and fellowships received, cannot cover more than 100% of a scholar's salary.
Sponsor: Global Initiatives and the International Services and Engagement Office.
Contact: For more information, please reach out to Elizabeth Langridge-Noti, elangridge@ucsd.edu
Submission Deadlines: January 30, 2026
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The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is interested in recruiting faculty from international universities for temporary teaching and research collaborations as a way to further internationalize their campus. A TUM host (faculty or junior fellows) must be identified for the application and stays can be between one week and three months.
Sponsor: Technical University of Munich
Submission Deadlines: January 31, 2026 for stays possible beginning April 1, 2026
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The Jacobs CIFAR Research Fellowship Program offers fellowships to early- to mid-career researchers whose work is dedicated to improving the learning and development of children and youth worldwide. Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, education, sciences, psychology, economics, sociology, behavioral science, computer science, pedagogy, linguistics, neurosciences, and science of learning. Interdisciplinary research is encouraged.
Sponsor and contact: Jacobs Foundation and CIFAR, fellowship@jacobsfoundation.org
Submission Deadline: February 2, 2026 at noon EST
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The MedTech Accelerator by the Institute for the Global Entrepreneur is re-imagining the acceleration of Medical Innovation and Entrepreneurship here at UC San Diego. Our proprietary Stage One Program helps UC San Diego affiliated startups navigate the complex processes of bringing deep tech-medical innovations to market. The program will take place in the Institute for the Global Entrepreneur, Franklin Antonio Hall, 1st floor.
Host: Institute for the Global Entrepreneur
Contact: For more information, please contact Becky Deller, rdeller@ucsd.edu
Submission Deadline: Apply by February 23, 2026
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Global Initiatives invites faculty researchers from all disciplines to participate as mentors in the International Summer Research Program (ISRP) from June 28-August 29, 2026. ISRP is a program in which undergraduate and graduate students from partner universities spend nine-weeks conducting full-time research in a research lab. Hosting laboratories will receive $500 materials and lab fee for any costs associated with hosting the student. Additionally, this is a great opportunity for graduate students and postdocs in labs to gain supervising experience and is a possible recruitment tool for graduate students, postdocs and researchers. If you are interested, you can submit your information via the Call to Faculty form.
Sponsor: Global Initiatives
Contact: Max Reinke, mreinke@ucsd.edu
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The International Research Scientist Development Award (IRSDA) provides support and protected time (three to five years) to advanced postdoctoral U.S. research scientists and recently-appointed U.S. junior faculty (applicants must be at least two years beyond conferral of doctoral degree) for an intensive, mentored research career development experience.
The experience will be in a low- or middle-income country (LMIC) as defined by the World Bank. Low-income, lower-middle-income and upper-middle-income countries are included.
Applications are invited from early career investigators from any health-related discipline who propose career development activities and a research project that is related to the health priorities of the LMIC.
Sponsor: Fogarty International Center
Contact: Christine Jessup, Ph.D., Program Officer, Christine.Jessup@nih.gov
Application deadline: March 20, 2026
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GLOBAL INFORMATION UPDATES |
The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science funding info-session is now available to view on the Global Initiatives website. If you have any questions, please reach out to Elizabeth Langridge-Noti (elangridge@ucsd.edu).
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As a reminder, UC San Diego requires senior and key personnel on active federal award projects and on any federal proposals to complete the research security training. Complete the training before March 1, 2026, to avoid being locked out of Single Sign-On (SSO).
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UC San Diego has drafted responses to some of the most frequently asked questions related to federal updates as a way to keep the Triton community informed in an evolving landscape. For our community on the Health Sciences campus, there is also a new federal updates website accessed through a Health Sciences log-in.
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New Bilingual Opera Explores Migrant Journey in ‘Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote’
UC San Diego professors, Pulitzer Prize–winning composer Anthony Davis and nationally acclaimed playwright and librettist Allan Havis, will debut their new bilingual chamber opera, “Pancho Rabbit and the Coyote,” at the Southwestern College Performing Arts Center in Chula Vista, with performances at 7 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 17 and 4 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 18 2026. The opera is inspired by the children’s book of the same name by Duncan Tonatiuh and explores the hopes and perils of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.
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Mommy, Daddy and Me with Globally Engaged Tritons
Globally Engaged Tritons are excited to welcome you and your little ones to a nurturing community space. While most families attending have children aged 0-7, families of all ages are invited. We hope this space helps you connect with other parents, as it truly takes a village to help our children thrive. There will be picnic blankets, snacks, games, and music during this fun-filled session!
When: January 5, 2026
Where: Doyle Park, 8175 Regents Road 92122
Contact: Questions? Email iprograms@ucsd.edu
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Oceanids Whale Watching Trip
Join Oceanids to witness California Gray Whales on their migration to and from Mexico on board the Legacy ship via Seaforth Sportsfishing. Oceanids are a welcome and support group for newcomers and visitors to UC San Diego and sponsor a variety of events and activities throughout the year.
When: January 25, 2026
Where: 1717 Quivira Road
Contact: Questions? Email Georgia at gbsham@gmail.com or call Liz between 9am and 5pm
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Global Coffee Hour with Globally Engaged Tritons
Come on over for a cup of coffee and a morning pastry! Global Coffee Hour is meant to bring together both international and domestic students, scholars and families to celebrate global community at UC San Diego. Join Globally Engaged Tritons for fun activities and build connections that expand across the world.
When: January 14, 2026
Where: 9358 Mandeville Lane 92093
Contact: Questions? Email iprograms@ucsd.edu
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International Services and Engagement Office (ISEO) Events Calendar
Throughout the Fall Quarter, ISEO has multiple opportunities to engage with ISEO and with the campus community. These include events like the Global Coffee Hour but also workshops that can help unravel the intricacies of U.S. visas.
When: multiple dates
Where: both in person and virtual
Contact: Questions? Email iprograms@ucsd.edu with an indication of which program or event you have questions about
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VISITS & PARTNERSHIPS: November |
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Global Initiatives welcomes delegations of senior leadership and key faculty from partner institutions, government entities and industry. Many of these visits center around the exploration of potential collaborative partnerships, exchange programs, and co-sponsored research projects.
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| - 11/21 Benemérita Universidad Autónoma de Puebla
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11/25 National Taiwan University
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| - Jeonbuk National University (South Korea)
- Universidad Provincial de Cordoba (Argentina)
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