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April 2024

• Call for Application for the 2024 Women in Africa (WIA) Young Leaders Programme
  The WIA Young Leaders program, organized by Women In Africa (WIA) Philanthropy, aims to support and spotlight young African women leaders shaping the continent's future. In partnership with Dior, Lazard, KPMG, and TotalEnergies, the 4th edition seeks candidates aged 25 to 40, with African heritage, committed to Africa's development, and demonstrating leadership qualities. Preference is given to candidates with self-made backgrounds and a vision for Africa's future, capable of balancing business, social impact, and dialogue. Benefits include a tailored training program, mentorship, a business trip to a global economic hub, and access to a high-level professional network. Program highlights include connections with industry leaders, specialised training, and international media exposure. (Deadline: 21 April)

• Call for Application for the University of Pretoria Tuks Young Research Leader Program
  The University of Pretoria Tuks Young Research Leader Programme (TYRLP) is now accepting applications, in collaboration with the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP), Inclusive Innovation, and the Robert Bosch Stiftung. Geared towards early career researchers across various disciplines, the program aims to cultivate leadership, team-building, engagement, and collaboration skills to address complex societal challenges. It also seeks to foster a community of like-minded young researchers aligned with UP's vision for 2025. The leadership program identifies and supports early career academics with leadership potential, providing them with skills applicable to their academic pursuits and fostering cross-disciplinary networks. The curriculum, delivered through interactive sessions and mentorship, emphasizes collective leadership, systems thinking, networking, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving. Candidates are expected to commit to the two-day training session and subsequent engagement with peers and mentors. The selection process prioritizes individual qualities alongside diversity in culture, subject background, and gender, focusing on research excellence, collaborative spirit, and commitment to engagement and communication. (Deadline: 22 April)

• Call for Proposals for Special Issues Journal of Refugees Studies
  The Journal of Refugee Studies (JRS) is currently seeking proposals for special issues that contribute to scholarly discourse in the field of refugee and forced migration studies. Special issues typically consist of eight to ten original articles accompanied by a comprehensive introduction by guest editors, aiming to advance understanding and inspire future research in the field. Proposals should adhere to specific guidelines, including a maximum word count of 5,000 and the inclusion of key elements such as article abstracts, contributor biographies, and proposed timelines. The selection process will prioritize proposals based on their potential scholarly impact, coherence, originality, and diversity of contributions. JRS encourages submissions from researchers from underrepresented groups and emphasizes considerations of representation and diversity in proposal development. (Deadline: 30 April)

• Call for Applications for the O’Shaughnessy Fellowships 2024

  The O’Shaughnessy Fellowship is a one-year opportunity for ambitious individuals looking to create something remarkable. Fellows receive $100,000 to pursue any project of their choice and benefit from the support of OSV's network of founders, investors, and experts. Regardless of your identity, location, age, gender, or sexual orientation, if you have skills to offer, you can make significant contributions to advancing humanity in fields such as art, science, technology, history, philosophy, and more. (Deadline 30 April)

  May 2024

• Call for Application The Dorcas Muthoni PhD Fellowship 2024

  The Dorcas Muthoni PhD fellowship is accepting applications from African women students pursuing doctoral studies in ICT Research Areas for a 4-year fellowship renewed annually. Applicants must be women, be African nationals and hold a Master's degree or an equivalent qualification. Benefits include a gross monthly salary of British Sterling Pound 1,470.98 for the first and second year and British Sterling Pound of 1,576.05 for the third year and a startup/landing fund of British Sterling Pound 2,500.(Deadline: 2 May)

• Call for Application for the Africa Research Excellence Fund AREF-MRC Towards Leadership Programme 

  The Africa Research Excellence Fund (AREF) and the UKRI Medical Research Council are proud to introduce the Towards Leadership Programme, aimed at empowering emerging African scientists to compete for global health research funding opportunities. The program, spanning from October 2024 to October 2025, includes two residential workshops and one virtual workshop. Its curriculum is tailored to enhance participants' capabilities in securing major funding, fostering effective teamwork, international collaboration, stakeholder influence, and career development in research. The Programme comprises three blended workshops, supplemented by webinars, tutorials, and online resources, along with baseline and end-of-programme assessments. Eligible applicants must be early career researchers currently employed by a recognized African university or research institution, leading their research group, holding a research doctorate or relevant master's degree obtained within the last ten years, actively involved in managing research teams, and dedicated to health research. Additionally, candidates should possess experience in obtaining research funding of a combined value of £500,000 or less. (Deadline: 6 May)

• Call for Application for the Google PhD Fellowship Program

  The Google PhD Fellowship Program aims to acknowledge exceptional graduate students conducting innovative research in computer science and related fields. The program supports promising PhD candidates from diverse backgrounds who aspire to shape the future of technology. Named Fellowships are awarded, providing recipients with a monetary award. Funds are disbursed directly to the university to cover the student’s expenses and stipend. Additionally, recipients are paired with a Google Research Mentor. The fellowship does not establish an employment relationship with Google, nor does it guarantee future job opportunities. However, recipients remain eligible for internships and employment at Google through standard application processes. In Africa, the fellowship spans up to three years, offering a stipend of US $30,000 to cover various research-related expenses, including travel costs and mentorship from Google researchers. (Deadline: 8 May)

• Call for Applications for the World Academy of Sciences  TWAS-CAS Young Scientists Award for Frontier Science 2024 up to (US 10,000/-

  The annual award, established in 2020, honors young scientists residing and working in developing countries for their scientific contributions. Sponsored by Lenovo Ltd., the fifth edition focuses on achievements in Life Sciences, offering a prize of USD 10,000. Previous editions recognized physical sciences, astronomy, earth sciences, and mathematics/AI achievements.

  Nominations for the 2024 Award are open to TWAS members, science academies, research councils, universities, and scientific institutions. Eligible candidates must be young scientists under 45 years old, nationals of developing countries, residing and working in a developing country for at least two years. Self-nominations and nominations from jury members are not accepted. Fellows of TWAS are ineligible. Additionally, the same nominee cannot be nominated for multiple 'Fellows of TWAS Awards' in the same year. (Deadline: 10 May)

• Call for Applications for the UNESCO/Poland Co-Sponsored Fellowships In Engineering 2024

  The Polish National Commission for UNESCO and the UNESCO Chair for Science, Technology, and Engineering at the AGH University of Krakow are offering 30 fellowships to support human resource development in developing countries and to promote international understanding and friendship. These fellowships allow recipients from select developing countries to engage in individual research in Science, Technology, and Engineering for 6 months, from October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. Applicant should be from one of UNESCO developing Member States, not more than 32 years of age and be proficient in reading and writing in English.  (Deadline 10 May)

• Call for Applications for the Tallberg Leaders Mentoring Leaders Program 2025
  The Tallberg Leaders Mentoring Leaders program aims to empower emerging leaders with the skills, knowledge, and connections necessary to tackle today's critical global issues. If you are an emerging leader with proven potential and want to advance your leadership in any field—from politics, science, and education to social entrepreneurship, corporate leadership, environmental advocacy, the arts, religion, or the military—this opportunity is for you. (Deadline 15 May)

• Call for Application for the 2024 Flat6Labs/Organon Women’s Health Accelerator Program
  The Women’s Health Accelerator Program, a collaboration between Flat6Labs and Organon, aims to bolster Femtech startups focusing on women’s health and wellness in the Middle East, North Africa, and Turkey (MENAT) region. With a commitment to supporting innovation, the program nurtures digital and software solutions addressing pressing healthcare needs. It seeks to grow 15-20 startups with MVP stage solutions, offering strategic mentorship, business training, and tailored sessions. The selection criteria emphasize dedication, innovative technology, market viability, qualified team members, global growth intent, and specialization in family planning, fertility planning, or women’s wellness. (Deadline: 16 May)

• Call for Applications for the Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF) Industrial PhD Student Program 2024
  The Swedish Foundation for Strategic Research (SSF) is offering SEK 39 million in funding for its annual call for Industrial Doctoral Student projects. This grant supports research and postgraduate studies for an industrial doctoral student through collaboration between industry and academia. The funding spans four to five years and aims to lead to a PhD degree. SSF plans to support 12 projects, each receiving SEK 3.25 million, which includes indirect costs. The goal of this program is to promote needs-driven, high-quality research in SSF's areas of focus, encourage collaboration between academia and industry, and contribute to the education of strategically relevant, industry-ready PhD students. The funding supports research and postgraduate studies in natural science, engineering, or medicine, with an industrial doctoral student working jointly between industry and academia. The student will have two main supervisors throughout the grant period—one from a higher education institution and another from a company. Both supervisors should be well-established within their respective organizations and together form the project's steering group. (Deadline 21 May)

June 2024

• Call for Application for the 2024 World Academy of Sciences TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme

  The TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visits Programme offers postdoctoral researchers from sub-Saharan Africa, including South Africa, the opportunity to conduct a three-month ‘Cooperation Visit’ to a research institute in Germany within 12 months of receiving the award. The objective is to foster research collaboration between African and German scientists, potentially leading to longer-term partnerships through other Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) programmes. DFG covers travel expenses and provides subsistence costs during the stay in Germany. UNESCO manages the administration and financial operations as per their agreement.
  Applicants must hold a PhD obtained not earlier than 2019, with an extension of two years per child for female applicants (up to a maximum of three children or six years). They must be nationals of a sub-Saharan African country, including South Africa, and hold a research position in the region. Applicants currently in Germany or with established collaborations with the intended host are ineligible. Past recipients of a TWAS-DFG Cooperation Visit cannot reapply; however, the German host can seek funding under the DFG Initiation of International Collaboration Programme for subsequent visits. Women scientists are strongly encouraged to apply, and applications from all academic fields are welcome. (Deadline: 5 June)

• Call for Applications for the MS International Federation McDonald Fellowships 2024

  The McDonald Fellowship supports early career multiple sclerosis (MS) researchers from low- and middle-income countries by allowing them to work at a research institution outside their own country. The program aims to help participants gain expertise or contribute to joint research projects. Following the fellowship, recipients are expected to use their newly acquired skills and networks to continue MS research and patient care in their home countries.The fellowship provides a two-year grant of approximately £30,000 GBP per year for travel and living costs, and an additional £2,000 GBP per year for the host institution. Part of the second-year grant is expected to cover the candidate’s attendance at the annual ECTRIMS congress. Two fellowships are offered: one in partnership with ECTRIMS (MSIF-ECTRIMS McDonald Fellowship) and another in partnership with ARSEP (MSIF-ARSEP McDonald Fellowship). Eligibility criteria include Postgraduate education (MSc, PhD/MD) in a relevant area of MS, citizenship in a low- or middle-income country, research focus relevant to MS. Candidates must either be working or studying in a low- or middle-income country or have started a project in another country within six months of application. Previous Du Pré grant holders may apply for the McDonald Fellowship.

  The fellowship can also part-fund a PhD program if the candidate has already been accepted into one and lacks full funding. Applications require a joint submission from the candidate and host, with the host statement due by the application deadline. (Deadline 30 June)

September 2024

• Call for Applications for the Royal Academy of Engineering Research Fellowship 2024/2025.

  The Royal Academy of Engineering offers Research Fellowships annually to outstanding early-career researchers, supporting their development as future engineering research leaders. The program aims to help researchers establish their independence and international reputation, pursue ambitious engineering research and impact, and become advocates for STEM disciplines.Applications are welcomed from early-career researchers worldwide who earned their PhD within the last four years. Funded by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), the scheme provides funding for five years, with a cap of £625,000 per fellowship over the period. Fellowships must be held at a UK higher education institution or eligible research organization. While the 2024/25 round focuses solely on the Research Fellowship scheme, applications under the Engineering for Development Research Fellowship (EDRF) umbrella will still be considered. The Academy emphasizes diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all underrepresented groups in engineering. It ensures that no applicant faces disadvantage or unfair treatment due to factors such as age, gender, race, or sexual orientation. For full application details, please refer to the guidance notes on the How to apply page. (Deadline 18 September)

• Call for Applications for the Nokia Scholarship

  The Nokia Scholarship supports efficient and rapid doctoral studies and research in Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) and related fields. It is available for doctoral studies at Finnish universities or for Finnish applicants studying abroad. Applicants must obtain a commitment statement from their principal supervisor, who must be a professor, docent, or senior scientist at the applicant's university. The supervisor must submit the statement through an electronic application tool. Applications will open on 5 August 2024. (Deadline 18 September)