The Role of the Grants, International Cooperation and Projects Office (GICO) in Supporting Research Funding
The Grants, International Cooperation and Projects Office (GICO) plays a pivotal role at the City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications, acting as a bridge between researchers and funding agencies while facilitating access to national and international research grants.
1. Local Funding
The office has successfully secured funding for several research projects from key national institutions, including:
- Academy of Scientific Research and Technology (ASRT)
- Science, Technology & Innovation Funding Authority (STDF)
- MISR El-Kheir Foundation
GICO provided technical and administrative support to researchers in preparing and submitting competitive proposals, which contributed to securing these grants.
2. International Funding
On the international level, the office has been instrumental in obtaining funding from several global organizations, such as:
- Swedish Research Council
- University of Queensland, Australia
- PRIMA EU Program for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Region
- Horizon Europe (EU Framework Program)
These collaborations highlight GICO’s capacity to foster international partnerships and open new avenues for scientific cooperation.
3. Funding Database
The office has also developed a comprehensive database of local and international funding agencies, including their contact details and websites. This database features renowned funding sources such as:
- Newton-Mosharafa Fund
- Imhotep Program
- Fulbright Commission
- USAID
- DAAD (Germany)
- JICA (Japan)
- EPF and Sida
- Among many others.
This tool serves as a valuable resource for researchers to identify and connect with suitable funding opportunities.
4. Announced Opportunities
Beyond managing funded projects, GICO has disseminated nearly 43 funding opportunities through the TICO office’s communication channels, ensuring wide access to diverse research disciplines and proposals.
Through these efforts, GICO continues to strengthen the City’s position as a hub for international collaboration, supporting researchers in transforming scientific ideas into impactful projects at both the local and global levels.