Opportunities
Explore funding, training, mentorship, and research opportunities designed to support the next generation of infectious disease innovators.
Through funding, training programs, events, and awards, EPIC supports researchers and trainees at every stage of their journey. Our opportunities foster interdisciplinary collaboration, provide access to leading-edge expertise and resources, and help build a diverse community working to tackle infectious diseases and improve health locally and globally.
Research Cluster Co-Leads: Call for nominations
Leadership roles for faculty to guide EPIC’s interdisciplinary research clusters, shape priorities, and build partnerships and funding.
Doctoral Awards
Funding for outstanding doctoral students conducting collaborative, interdisciplinary infectious disease research.
Future Leaders Prizes
Prizes recognizing PhD graduates who demonstrate exceptional research, communication, and leadership.
Inspire Summer Studentships
Summer research studentships connecting Black and Indigenous undergraduates with infectious disease researchers and mentors.
Explain It Like I'm 6
A science communication contest challenging students to explain emerging zoonoses in simple, engaging ways.