Grand Challenges Canada, a platform supporting innovation in global health funded by the Government of Canada, has launched a new funding opportunity through its Stars in Global Health program: "Stars in Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (RMNCH)."

Successful proposals will be awarded seed grants of up to $100,000 CAD over a maximum of 12 to 18 months.

Applications are due: August 3, 2017 at 3:00pm ET

The Stars in Global Health program supports Bold Ideas with Big Impact® from the best and brightest scientists and innovators, both in low- and middle-income countries and in Canada, to address some of the most pressing global health challenges.

In particular, the "Stars in Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health" program is seeking bold ideas for products, services and implementation models that could transform how persistent challenges in reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health are addressed.

Click HERE learn how to apply.