U.S. Civilian Research and Development Foundation

CRDF Global is an independent nonprofit organization that promotes international scientific and technical collaboration to address global security and health challenges. Established in 1995, the organization specializes in global health security, biosafety, biosecurity, and infectious disease research management. It provides grant administration, professional training, and technical assistance to scientists and institutions worldwide, often in partnership with U.S. government agencies like the NIH and CDC. CRDF Global plays a critical role in strengthening laboratory systems and surveillance capabilities to prevent and respond to biological threats and emerging pandemics.