Funding
Friday 3rd May 2024
The Olusegun Obasanjo Prize for Scientific Discovery and/or Technological Innovation
The African Academy of Sciences
The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) invites nominations for the Olusegun Obasanjo Prize for Scientific Discovery and/or Technological Innovation.
The prize is intended to reward and honour African scientists who have made outstanding contributions in scientific discovery or technological innovation.
The Chief Obasanjo Prize will be awarded in the fields of:
- Biotechnology
- Energy
- Information and communication technologies, and
- Material sciences.
The Prize has three components: a cash award of US$5,000, a gold medal, and a certificate.
Further details about the call for nominations is available here: https://aasciences.africa/Funding#10
Nominations close on 3 May 2024
Friday 3rd May 2024
Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer research grant
Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer Research Grant, ZA
The purpose of the grant is to support early-career scientists that are conducting impactful research that will provide solutions to some of Africa’s most pressing problems. The proposed research should be focused on or in Africa, and must demonstrate a strong link to biodiversity and conservation.
Maximum award: USD 150,000
Closing date: 03 May 24
Friday 10th May 2024
Greentech Africa 2024
The Future of Sustainability
About the program
Greentech 2024: The Future of Sustainability is an investment-readiness accelerator designed to advance innovative and sustainable solutions, actively contributing towards building resilience and mitigating the effects of climate change.
Supported by Moody’s Foundation, the Africa program will prioritize diverse-led startups and/or startups from Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa, that promote sustainable solutions for underestimated communities. Types of startups we are recruiting include Cleantech and Climate Tech, Agtech and Food Security, Circular and Regenerative Economy, Natural Resource Management, and Water, Sanitation, and Health.
Eligibility
Eligibility requirements include:
- Must be a for-profit entity with legal incorporation and operations in at least one of these African countries: Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa.
- Have a market-based tech solution that tackles the above-listed challenges in Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa.
- Be in compliance with local fiscal and business law.
- Have at least a minimum viable product (MVP), some traction under their belt, and raised less than USD 1M in equity.
- Have meaningful customer or business validation (not limited to revenue, it can also be successful pilot studies, number of users, and/or strategic partnerships).
- Have at least one full-time founder based in Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, or South Africa.
Sunday 26th May 2024
Communications Coordinator (Mastercard Foundation Program) (Fixed Term)
Closing Date: 26 May 2024
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Programme team, helping to develop and implement an effective multi-channel communications strategy on behalf of this new initiative for the collegiate University. The role holder will work across the scholar and collaborative arms of this initiative. They will profile and showcase activities and achievements of scholars, both current and alumni, demonstrating the impact the program will have on individuals. The role holder will engage with the collaborative arm of the program, part of which will involve working with partners on the African continent to promote opportunities and showcase achievements, hence, demonstrating the impact of the program on institutions and ecosystems.
Sunday 2nd June 2024
MARM Partnership Grants (Mentoring African Research in Mathematics)
London Mathematical Society, GB
The programme links African academics with their UK and European counterparts via professional collaborative partnerships. The focus is on building infrastructure and networking in mathematics in Africa, as well as supporting collaboration between mathematicians in non-African…
Maximum award: £4,000
Closing date: 02 Jun 24
Monday 3rd June 2024
AGHRB: Malaria vaccine implementation studies in Africa
Medical Research Council (MRC), GB
Apply for funding to undertake implementation research to understand the optimal strategies for roll-out and scale up of the malaria vaccines RTS,S and R21 to ensure that they are deployed in the most effective and equitable way for population health benefit. Research should be conducted in at…
Maximum award: Not specified
Closing date: 03 Jun 24
Friday 14th June 2024
Science Project Officer
Kirkhouse Trust - Vacancy
The successful candidate will support the charity’s crop improvement activities in Africa and India.
Starting salary range: £26.5K-£35K dependent on experience.
Location: Long Hanborough, Oxfordshire, OX29 8LN
Working hours: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday).
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
Closing date: Recruiting until a suitable candidate is placed.
To apply: https://www.kirkhousetrust.org/vacancies
Monday 17th June 2024 NEW!
Ernest Solvay Fund
King Baudouin Foundation, BE
This supports initiatives in the areas of STEM education, scientific progress and innovation, and sustainable development. Grants are worth up to €10,000 each.
Maximum award: €10,000
Closing date: 17 Jun 24
Thursday 25th July 2024
Career development awards
Wellcome Trust, GB
This scheme provides funding for mid-career researchers from any discipline who have the potential to be international research leaders.
Maximum award: Not specified
Closing date: 25 Jul 24
Tuesday 30th July 2024
Virus Genomics, Evolution and Bioinformatics - Wellcome Genome Campus, UK and Virtual
Conference dates: 6-8 November 2024, Apply for a bursary by 30 July 2024
Our 5th conference on virus genomics and evolution will also showcase cutting-edge use of bioinformatics to answer questions relevant to genomics and the evolution of viruses.
The meeting will focus on how viruses adapt and evolve in and between hosts, as well as exploring recent developments in virus epidemics and outbreaks. Discussions will cover bioinformatics in virus public health and upcoming therapeutic approaches to viruses. Viruses of plants and animals will be highlighted, as will zoonoses and the impact of viruses in the changing world.
The programme will include podium presentations selected from abstracts submitted on the broad themes of the conference. Posters and poster-pitch talks will provide opportunities to present research findings or get feedback on ongoing projects.
The conference will bring together evolutionary biologists and bioinformaticians, who are developing methods and models to interrogate genomic data, along with international participants working in diagnostic and public health. There will be plenty of opportunities to establish collaborations through face-to-face networking with inclusive meals, and optional on-site accommodation.
More Info (coursesandconferences.wellcomeconnectingscience.org)
Tuesday 30th July 2024
Discovery awards
Wellcome Trust, GB
This scheme provides funding for established researchers and teams from any discipline who want to pursue bold and creative research ideas to deliver significant shifts in understanding that could improve human life, health and wellbeing.
Maximum award: £8,000,000
Closing date: 30 Jul 24
Friday 2nd August 2024 NEW!
Professor of Biological Science
University of Botswana
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach post-graduate and undergraduate level courses in Organic Chemistry; (ii) supervise post graduate and undergraduate student’s projects as need may arise; (iii) participate in the academic, governance and social engagement in Organic Chemistry or related field; (iv) and perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Closing Date: Open until filled
Friday 2nd August 2024 NEW!
Lecturer in Nursing
University of Botswana
Duties: The successful candidate will be expected to: (i) teach post-graduate and undergraduate level courses in Anatomy and Physiology to Health Science; (ii) supervise post graduate and undergraduate student’s projects as need may arise; (iii) participate in the academic, governance and social engagement in range ecology or related field; (iv) and perform any other duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
Closing date: Open until filled
Friday 20th September 2024 NEW!
Hideyo Noguchi Africa prize - medical research
Cabinet Office of Japan, JP
This recognises individuals with achievements in the field of medical research who have combated infectious and other diseases in Africa, thus contributing to the health and welfare of the African people and of all humankind. The prize is worth JPY 100 million.
Maximum award: JPY 100,000,000
Closing date: 20 Sep 24
Friday 20th September 2024 NEW!
Hideyo Noguchi Africa prize - medical services
Cabinet Office of Japan, JP
This recognises medical services that combat infectious and other diseases in Africa, thereby contributing to the health and welfare of the African people and of all humankind. The prize includes JPY 100 million.
Maximum award: JPY 100,000,000
Closing date: 20 Sep 24