Gates Foundation's Grand Challenges Explorations Rewards Bold Ideas

Wednesday, May 6, 2009 - 07:14 in Mathematics & Economics

Even in troubled times, The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recognize innovation for the betterment of mankind takes money. The Gates Foundation is providing $100,000 to 81 cutting edge health researcher with the possibility of acquiring an additional $1 million if the starter research efforts pan out. The grants were selected from over 3,000 proposals and the awarded grants represent 17 countries from all levels of scientific achievement based in universities, research institutes, non-profit organizations and private companies located around the globe.

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