Title:
Doctoral Research Award - PA - Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Agreement Value:
$120,000.00
Agreement Date:
May 1, 2026 - Apr 30, 2029
Description:
• The CIHR Genomics Data & Capacity-Building Initiative, under the scientific leadership of the CIHR Institute of Genetics will provide funding for applications that can improve capacity in the field of Bioinformatics, Computational Biology and Health Data Science in genetics and genomics.
• More information on the research priorities of CIHR-Genomics Data & Capacity-Building Initiative can be found on its website.
Organization:
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Expected Results:
This program provides funding for targeted grants and awards aimed at addressing priority areas. Priorities are identified by CIHR in consultation with other government departments and agencies, partners and stakeholders. The program mobilizes researchers, patients, health providers, and decision makers to conduct research, enable knowledge translation and build capacity in the priority areas. It often requires collaboration within and across sectors.
Location:
Vancouver, British Columbia, CA V6T 1Z1
Reference Number:
236-2026-2027-Q1-01262
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Individual or sole proprietorship
Recipient's Legal Name:
Hurtado, Emilia
Research Organization:
University of British Columbia
Program:
Research in Priority Areas
Program Purpose:
This program provides funding for targeted grants and awards aimed at addressing priority areas. Priorities are identified by CIHR in consultation with other government departments and agencies, partners and stakeholders. The program mobilizes researchers, patients, health providers, and decision makers to conduct research, enable knowledge translation and build capacity in the priority areas. It often requires collaboration within and across sectors.