Open-ended research grant competitions enabling junior researchers to design and implement policy-relevant field studies that improve the lives of those living in poverty in low- and middle-income countries.
Research competitions designed to create early-career incentives for researchers to carefully consider and plan for the impact of their findings on policy and decision-making and conduct creative research, bringing innovation to the field of development. Funding options include small grants for scoping studies, medium-sized grants for full-scale evaluations, and strategic top-up funds.
Initiatives
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Collaboration with Pharo Foundation
A partnership between CEGA & Pharo Foundation to invest in rigorous research in the Horn of Africa -
Development Economics Challenge
The Development Economics Challenge provides seed and full-scale grants to fund innovative projects led by early career researchers.







