One Health Research
Funding Opportunities
With new state funding, the One Health Initiative at the University of Arizona Health Sciences now offers several funding opportunities for students and researchers. Under the leadership of Frank von Hippel, professor in the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, the One Health Research Initiative works to build interdisciplinary research projects and expertise in One Health topics across the university. These new funding opportunities will help build our leadership in One Health research.
Travel award description: The University of Arizona's One Health Research Initiative is seeking applications for Conference Presentation Awards to cover expenses associated with presenting talks or posters at regional or national conferences (or symposia therein) with a One Health focus. These awards can be used for conference registration fees, lodging, airfare, car rental, mileage, taxis/rideshares, trains, buses, meals, editing/translation services, printing costs, and/or other justified expenses. Funds cannot be used for international travel.
Award amount: Total allowable amount per award is $2000.
Eligibility: Applicants must be faculty, staff, or students (both undergraduate and graduate) at the University of Arizona. They must have already received acceptance of their abstract for presentation and must be the person who will be presenting at the conference. Presentations must have a One Health focus at the intersection of environmental health, human health, and animal health. Conferences can be virtual or in person.
Required materials:
Name and website for conference
A rationale statement (no more than one page) from the applicant stating how 1) the accepted presentation and 2) the conference (or symposium within the conference) exemplify the One Health mission, and 3) how the conference will benefit the applicant.
Accepted abstract written by the candidate, along with author list and order, as accepted
Evidence of abstract acceptance (e.g., pdf of acceptance email, online or print program in advance of the conference)
Candidate’s condensed CV or resume (e.g., NIH or NSF formatted biosketch)
Detailed budget not exceeding $2000:
Provide justifications for all items.
For virtual conferences, only conference registration fees and editing/translation services are allowable.
Refer to University of Arizona Financial Policies as these will set the ceilings for allowable expenses.
Deadline and Conditions: Rolling throughout the fiscal year (both academic year and summer). Applications will be reviewed at monthly meetings of the One Health Advisory Committee. Awardees will be notified promptly. Retroactive awards (awards for conferences already attended) are not possible. However, expenses incurred prior to applying for or receiving the award (e.g., registration fees, plane tickets, etc.) are eligible for reimbursement.
Review Process: The One Health Advisory Committee will review the applications. The awardees will be selected based on quality of the abstract as well as the fit of the abstract and conference/symposium within the One Health mission. In accordance with the University of Arizona’s commitment to inclusive excellence, applicants from diverse backgrounds, especially individuals historically underrepresented in STEM fields, are encouraged to apply for these travel funds.
For questions, contact: Professor Frank von Hippel, frankvonhippel@arizona.edu
Email application in ONE PDF file to: grm1@arizona.edu
Graduate research assistantship awards provide an annual stipend, allowance for tuition and fees, and health insurance for graduate students focusing on One Health research. Awards are available to students throughout the University of Arizona.
One Health Graduate Research Fellowship
2025 Fellowship Description: The University of Arizona's One Health Research Initiative is seeking applications for Graduate Research Fellowships. One Health is a collaborative, multisectoral, and transdisciplinary approach with the goal of achieving optimal health outcomes recognizing the interconnections among people, animals, and their shared environment (including ecosystems, and social and built environments). These positions will begin in the fall semester of 2025. Appointments will be made for up to one academic year plus the summer with the possibility of applying for a second year of funding; please see below for reappointment requirements. Awards will provide an annual stipend, allowance for tuition and fees for fall and spring semesters, and health insurance. Projects must have a One Health focus at the intersection of environmental health, human health, and animal health. The competition is open to projects that combine at least two of these three areas and have a plan for future growth into all three areas. Proposals must explicitly state the overall One Health problem under study, and how the current objectives fit into the overall problem. The One Health Advisory Committee is available to help students needing assistance with fitting their research objectives into the One Health framework. To request assistance, please contact Griselda Ruiz-Braun at grm1@arizona.edu at least four weeks prior to the submission deadline.
Eligibility: Applicants can be US citizens, residents, or holders of an F1 visa. Applicant must be a full-time student in a University of Arizona graduate program.
Required materials:
Nomination from the principal investigator with information on: 1) Why this student is an ideal candidate for a fellowship, 2) What funding is available to the student and their research project, and 3) How the project fits with the One Health mission (no more than two pages).
Candidate’s CV including GPA in graduate coursework.
Research plan written by the candidate outlining the One Health research that the student proposes to pursue while on the fellowship (no more than one page).
A statement outlining the student’s experience and training to perform the research (no more than one page).
For students applying for a renewal of funding, a statement on achievements during the first year of funding (no more than one page).
Deadline: Monday, March 3, 2025 by 5:00 pm AZ
Review Process: The One Health Advisory Committee will review the applications. The candidate will be selected based on achievement, potential impact of the proposed research, fit of the research project with the One Health mission, and the potential for future success. In accordance with the University of Arizona’s commitment to inclusive excellence, principal investigators are encouraged to nominate candidates from diverse backgrounds, especially individuals historically underrepresented in STEM fields.
For questions, contact Professor Frank von Hippel: frankvonhippel@arizona.edu
Email application in ONE PDF file to: grm1@arizona.edu
Funding for new pilot grants will not be available until the fiscal year 2026.
Funding for new postdoctoral awards will not be available until the fiscal year 2026.
Funding Support for Interdisciplinary Workshops under the One Health Initiative
The One Health Initiative is excited to announce a unique funding opportunity aimed at fostering collaborative, interdisciplinary research at the intersection of human, animal and environmental health. Funding is available to bring together investigators from diverse fields to participate in workshops that will catalyze the development of high-impact research proposals for external sponsorship. We anticipate that these workshops will lead to impactful research proposals that address complex global health challenges.
Funding Details: Up to $5,000 in financial support per workshop is available for proposals that align with the objectives of the One Health Initiative. These workshops should emphasize the integration of multiple disciplines and perspectives to address complex challenges at the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health. Funding can be used for facility space, food, transportation, materials, but not for alcohol (UA policy).
Eligibility: Open to teams of UA investigators with a focus on interdisciplinary research aligned with the One Health Initiative.
Workshops Objectives: The primary goal of these workshops is to facilitate long-term planning and collaboration leading to external funding. By providing a platform for investigators to exchange ideas, share expertise, and identify synergies, these workshops will empower teams to create well-defined research proposals that have the potential to make a substantial impact on One Health-related issues.
Expected Outcomes: Workshops funded through this program should aim to achieve the following outcomes:
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Foster productive interactions among researchers from different fields to promote innovative approaches to One Health challenges.
- Research Proposal Development: Preparation of high-quality research proposals that align with the goals of the One Health Initiative, positioning investigators for successful external sponsorship.
- Network Building: Establish lasting connections among investigators, enabling ongoing collaboration beyond the workshop itself.
Application Process: Interested parties are invited to submit workshop proposals (500-word max) that outline the following:
- Workshop Theme and Objectives/Application Details: Clearly articulate the focus of the workshop and how it aligns with One Health. Outline the tangible outcomes expected from the workshop, such as preliminary research concepts and a roadmap for proposal development.
- Participant Diversity: Describe how the workshop will attract an interdisciplinary group of investigators, fostering intellectual exchange.
- Agenda and Activities: Provide a tentative schedule of activities, including sessions for brainstorming, collaborative work, and proposal development.
- Expected Deliverables: Within one month of the workshop, an abstract or aims page of a research proposal should be submitted to onehealth@arizona.edu, as well as the URL for the RFA when available. Within one year of the workshop, a proposal should be under review.
Rolling Submission Deadline: Proposals will be considered at the monthly meetings of the One Health Advisory Committee. Proposals should be submitted to onehealth@arizona.edu.
For any inquiries or clarifications, please contact Professor Frank von Hippel at frankvonhippel@arizona.edu.