Advisory Council
Global Advisory Council
UniGRID Global Foundation is guided by an international Advisory Council comprising distinguished experts from academia, healthcare, industry, and policy — providing strategic direction, scientific oversight, and global perspective.
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Expert Domains
Global
Geographic Reach
2-Year
Renewable Terms
Open
Nominations
Our Advisors
Expertise Across Every Dimension of Global Research
The UniGRID Global Advisory Council brings together world-class expertise spanning clinical research, data science, regulatory affairs, artificial intelligence, global health, and public policy. Council members contribute their knowledge, networks, and leadership to shape the Foundation's strategy and amplify its global impact.
Areas of Expertise
Council Domains
Clinical Research & Data Science
Senior experts in clinical data management, biostatistics, statistical programming, and regulatory submissions from leading pharmaceutical companies, CROs, and academic medical centers.
Healthcare & Medicine
Distinguished clinicians, physicians, and healthcare leaders from major academic medical centers, hospitals, and international health organizations.
Data Standards & Interoperability
Global authorities on CDISC, HL7 FHIR, OMOP, and healthcare data standards from standards bodies, regulatory agencies, and research institutions.
Artificial Intelligence & Digital Health
Leading researchers and practitioners in clinical AI, machine learning, health informatics, and digital health from top universities and technology organizations.
Regulatory Science & Policy
Former and current regulatory experts from agencies including FDA, EMA, CDSCO, and ICH, with deep expertise in drug development, clinical trials, and regulatory submissions.
Global Health & Public Policy
International public health leaders, policy experts, and advocates committed to advancing equitable access to healthcare and evidence-based decision making worldwide.
Council Mandate
Roles & Responsibilities
Strategic Guidance
Advise the Board and leadership team on the Foundation's long-term strategic direction, priorities, and opportunities for global impact.
Scientific Oversight
Provide expert review and endorsement of UniGRID's research agenda, publications, standards frameworks, and certification curricula.
Global Representation
Represent UniGRID's mission within their professional communities, institutions, and networks to expand the Foundation's reach and credibility.
Partnership Development
Facilitate introductions and connections with leading institutions, organisations, and individuals to advance the Foundation's partnership goals.
Programme Review
Contribute to the design, review, and continuous improvement of UniGRID's education programmes, fellowships, and professional development offerings.
Advocacy & Influence
Champion evidence-based research standards, open science, and equitable access to research education in policy forums and public discourse.
Join the Council
Nominations & Membership
UniGRID Global Foundation welcomes nominations for Advisory Council membership from distinguished experts across all relevant domains. Council members serve two-year renewable terms and contribute their expertise on a voluntary basis in support of the Foundation's mission.
Submit a NominationNominations may be submitted by the candidate themselves or by a third party. All nominations are reviewed by the Foundation's Governance Committee.
Recognised Expertise
Demonstrated leadership and recognised expertise in a domain relevant to UniGRID's mission — clinical research, data science, healthcare, AI, regulatory science, or global health.
Global Perspective
A commitment to advancing global research excellence and equitable access to scientific knowledge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Professional Standing
Active engagement in their professional community through research, practice, policy, or education at a senior or distinguished level.
Alignment with Values
Alignment with UniGRID's core values of scientific integrity, inclusivity, collaboration, and commitment to evidence-based practice.
Shape the Future of Global Research
If you are a distinguished expert committed to advancing global research excellence, we invite you to explore Advisory Council membership or nominate a colleague.