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. 

UC Alianza MX provides funding for UC graduate students to complete research stays of up to three months in Mexico, with the objective of supporting the pursuit of research objectives that are focused on topics specific to Mexico.

Sponsor: UC Alianza MX

Contact: Julio Sosa, Senior Academic and Research Programs Officer, julio.sosa@ucr.edu

Application deadline: April 30, 2026.

The UC Alianza MX call seeks proposals for projects that advance evidence-based solutions to shared binational challenges between the U.S. and Mexico through action research and engagement with non-academic stakeholders. Eligible PIs may apply for up to $150,000 in funding for up to 24 months. Funds may be used to supplement existing fellowship support.

Sponsor: UC Alianza MX

Contact: alianzamxresearch@ucr.edu

Application deadline: May 29, 2026.

The NIH Collaborative International Research Project (Parent Announcement) supports international research collaborations by implementing an award structure of prime domestic awards and independent foreign awards linked to the prime. For the full list of participating organizations and interest areas or reach out to the program officers, please see the full funding call or reach out to the contact for the individual participating organization.

Sponsor: NIH

Contact: Contacts for the individual participating organizations

Application deadline: Monday, May 25, 2026 by 5 p.m. local time of applicant organization.

The Department of State realized its annual program statement (APS) for Advancing Global Health and is currently accepting statements of interest through two addenda: Rapid Outbreak Response and Child Development, Care and Protection.

Sponsor: Department of State

Contact: GHSD-APS@state.gov

Application deadline: Varies. Statements of interest for currently available addenda due May 31, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

The Fulbright Scholar Program offers more than 380 awards in more than 120 countries for U.S. citizens to teach, conduct research, and carry out professional projects around the world. There are awards for all disciplines and at every career level, including postdocs. In honor of the U.S.'s 250 years of independence, the Fulbright Catalog of Awards is highlighting scholar opportunities in American Studies. For more information, visit fulbright.ucsd.edu. 

Sponsor: U.S. Government/Institute of International Education (IIE)

Contact: Max Reinke, Fulbright Scholar Liaison for UC San Diego, mreinke@ucsd.edu

Application deadline: Varies, but most awards have a deadline of September 15, 2026.

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.

UC San Diego’s International Services & Engagement Office (ISEO) is actively working to keep our population informed on the latest federal updates. We encourage you to visit their website for the most up-to-date information and updates: iupdates.ucsd.edu.

These webinars help prospective applicants learn more about available Fulbright U.S. Scholar opportunities. Fulbright staff will share details about awards by region, discipline or program as well as giving general advice on the application process. There is also a Webinar Archive if you miss a particular session.

Drs. Michael Pratt and James Sallis from the Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science and Tarik Benmarhnia from Scripps Institution of Oceanography co-authored a March 2026 Nature Medicine and Nature Health series. They have joined with scholars from across the globe to reimagine physical activity away from the current model centered on cardiovascular disease prevention to one that emphasizes socioeconomic and gender equity and the totality of health benefits. 

The Egyptian Student Association at UC San Diego invites you to their Open House on April 20th at 5:00 p.m. in the Price West Ballroom for an unforgettable evening celebrating the richness of Egyptian culture, history, and tradition. Sign up to join an incredible lineup of speakers from UC San Diego, the City of San Diego, and the Egyptian Consulate, along with amazing food, live music, and interactive activities. Sponsored by Turkish Airlines. 

When: April 20, 2026, 5 p.m. 

Where: Price Center West Ballroom

Organized by: Egyptian Student Association at UC San Diego.

The U.S. – India Educational Foundation (USIEF) will be hosting two infosessions on this Fulbright award. The Fulbright-Nehru Award for research in India is open to students from all academic and professional fields through the doctoral level. Preferred thematic areas are noted in the Call and reflect shared U.S. – India strategic interests. Affiliation with an institution approved by USIEF is required.

When: April 21, 2026, 8 a.m. or May 4, 2026, 7 p.m.

Where: virtual with registration

Organized by: U.S. – India Educational Foundation (USIEF), contact Priyanjana Ghosh.

With the AACR Annual Meeting in San Diego, AACR Global Scholars‑in‑Training Award recipients will present their research, highlighting a wide range of emerging topics in cancer science, at UC San Diego. A light reception will be provided. In addition to sharing their work, these promising early‑career investigators from around the world look forward to the opportunity to connect, ask questions, and learn from our Moores Cancer Center community.

When: April 22, 2026, 5:15 – 6:30 p.m. 

Where: Goldberg Foyer, Moores Cancer Center

Organized by: Moores Cancer Center.

How can digital systems improve access to public services, health care, education and financial inclusion at national scale? India offers a glimpse into this type of technological governance. Their Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) has become a globally significant model for how governments can use technology to deliver services more effectively, efficiently and inclusively. Guest speakers: Arti Ahuja, Former Union Secretary for Labor and Employment, Indian Administrative Service, and Manoj Ahuja, Former Secretary, Department of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare.

When: April 28, 2026, 5:00 – 6:45 p.m. 

Where: Institute of the Americas, Malamud Room, Malamud Conference Room

Organized by: School of Global Policy and Strategy.

A showcase of interdisciplinary teams supported through the Strategic Convene & Influence Awards, highlighting collaborations advancing UC San Diego’s strategic research themes. Please register to attend by April 30, 2026.

When: May 7, 2026, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. 

Where: Design and Innovation Building, Room 208

Organized by: Office of Research and Innovation.

This exhibit explores the work of André Kim (1935-2010), the country’s first male fashion designer and a pioneer of international cultural exchange using original garments on loan from André Kim Design Atelier (Jung-Do Kim), along with archival photographs, newspaper clippings, magazines, books and other documents. His designs contributed to the visual foundation of the Korean Wave (hallyu). As part of the exhibit, there will be an international workshop, Histories and Cultures of South Korean Fashion in a Globalizing World, on Saturday, April 25, 2026, 10:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. in Geisel Library, Seuss Room.

When: March 30 – June 28, 2026

Where: Geisel Library, The Nest, 9701 Hopkins Drive, La Jolla 92093

Organized by: UC San Diego Library and the Institute of Arts and Humanities with the support of Jin Moon (Library) and Professor Todd Henry (History Department).

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 our global community at UC San Diego. Join us for fun activities and build connections that expand across the world.

When: Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.

Where: Student Center B Eucalyptus Grove

Contact: Questions? Email iprograms@ucsd.edu with an indication of which program or event you have questions about.

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.

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. 

The Global partnership database contains the latest information on active UC San Diego’s formalized international partnerships.