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Description The GRAID Program provides modest support for emerging research groups, working in a developing country to fund their most talented students to study full-time as graduate research assistants. The program focuses on fostering graduate-level training in mathematics, supporting emerging research groups in developing countries, strengthening international research collaboration, mentoring outstanding Master’s and PhD students, and promoting geographical, mathematical, and gender diversity. Graduate research assistantships are funded through voluntary donations from mathematicians and mathematical institutions worldwide. Supported students receive a monthly stipend to study full-time and engage in research activities within their academic programs. Each assistantship is capped at USD 3,500 per year, which may be used to cover tuition fees, accommodation, and basic living expenses. A research group may apply for support for up to two students, with the total amount shared if more than one student is funded. The support enables selected students to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in mathematics while contributing to the growth of sustainable research environments. In addition to financial assistance, the program facilitates academic networking through collaboration with an international mathematician. Eligibility to apply is limited to university professors in mathematics who hold a PhD and are based at a university or research center in a developing country. Applicants must currently supervise Master’s or PhD students, serve as the Principal Investigator of an emerging research group in an eligible country, and maintain an active collaboration with an International Partner. The Principal Investigator is responsible for coordinating the application, reporting, and communication among all parties. Students nominated for support must demonstrate an outstanding academic record in the mathematical sciences and must already have secured admission to a Master’s or PhD program. Students enrolled in joint graduate programs involving institutions in countries outside Priority groups are not eligible for nomination. Applications for the 2026 cycle are open until May 15, 2026, at 23:59 CET. Submissions must be made in English and uploaded as PDF files. Required documents include a collaboration proposal detailing mentoring experience, the role of the International Partner, and other sources of student funding; curricula vitae of the Principal Investigator and International Partner; a statement from the International Partner; and complete academic documentation for the nominated students, including CVs and transcripts. Annual reports are required from both the Principal Investigator and the International Partner, detailing research activities, publications acknowledging IMU CDC support, and individual student progress. These reports are reviewed by the GRAID Selection Committee to determine continued eligibility. The GRAID Selection Committee is chaired by the CDC Secretary for Policy and includes members representing diverse geographical regions, ensuring balanced evaluation across global mathematical communities.

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