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Mark your calendars for April 3rd and join us for an exciting webinar where we’ll unpack all the details of GFI’s 2025 Request for Proposals (RFP)!

Join us to explore the details and get answers to your questions in this session, featuring insights from GFI’s top science and technology experts. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of how to secure GFI funding for your groundbreaking research.

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GFI Europe RFP information session

Mark your calendars for April 2nd, and join us for an exciting European webinar where we’ll unpack all the details of GFI’s 2025 Request for Proposals (RFP)!

Join GFI Europe to explore the details and get answers to your questions in this session, featuring insights from GFI’s top science and technology experts. Hear from Dr. Sirli Rosenvald, Dr. Simeon Minić, and Dr. Miao Guo as they share their experiences and discuss how GFI’s grant has supported their innovative work. Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn from both experts and past grant recipients!

GFI APAC, GFI India, and GFIC information sessions

Alt Protein Dialogues, co-organized by GFI APAC, GFI India, and GFIC, is a new webinar series designed as a collaborative initiative to connect and showcase alternative protein innovators across Asia-Pacific, India, China, Australia, and New Zealand.

The first two-part webinar of the series, The 2025 GFI Research Grant Programme (RGP), will provide a detailed overview of the 2025 Research Grant Programme, including its focus areas and application process. 

Part I, April 8th: Application Process Overview, will feature speakers from GFI India and GFI APAC, covering the fundamentals of the RGP, the key research themes for this year, and guidance on the application timeline and submission process.

Part II, April 16th: Insights from Past GFI Grantees, will feature past GFI grantees who will share insights into their research, experiences with the program, and practical advice for applicants.

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