The African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (ARNTD) and the Coalition for Operational Research on Neglected Tropical Diseases (COR-NTD) have launched applications for the Small Grants Program VIII (SGP VIII), offering funding up to USD 65,000 for implementation research on neglected tropical diseases.
Application Deadline:
- 24 August 2026, 17:00 GMT
Tell Me About The Award:
The African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (ARNTD), in partnership with the Coalition for Operational Research on Neglected Tropical Diseases (COR‑NTD), invites applications for the 8th edition of the Small Grants Program (SGP VIII). Funded by the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the programme supports implementation research aligned with the WHO 2030 NTD Roadmap, empowering African researchers to contribute to the control and elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
Which Fields are Eligible?
Research proposals must focus on NTD operational and implementation research, addressing programmatic challenges and supporting national NTD programme goals.
Type:
- Research Grants | Early‑Career & Mid‑Career | Implementation Science
Who can apply?
Applicants must:
- Be African researchers or academics based in universities or research institutions.
- Align proposed research with their country’s NTD programme interests.
- Demonstrate potential for institutional and individual capacity‑building impact.
- Applications accepted in English, French, or Portuguese (final proposals must be in English).
- Researchers who have taken career breaks (health/family reasons) are encouraged to apply.
Streams:
- Early‑Career Grants – up to USD 30,000, 4 awards.
- Mid‑Career Grants – up to USD 65,000, 2 awards (targeting previous SGP I–VI grantees).
How are applicants selected?
- Based on alignment with NTD programme priorities, research quality, and potential impact.
- Early‑career applicants must show promise in research and grant management.
- Mid‑career applicants must demonstrate excellence in prior SGP projects and readiness to expand research.
Which Countries are Eligible?
- All African countries.
Where will the award be taken?
- Research conducted within African institutions and universities.
How Many Awards?
- 6 awards total (4 early-career, 2 mid-career).
What is the benefit of the award?
- USD 30,000 maximum for early‑career researchers.
- USD 65,000 maximum for mid‑career researchers.
- Capacity building, institutional strengthening, and visibility in NTD research.
- Opportunities for South‑South and North‑South collaboration.
- Engagement with policymakers, implementers, and communities.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- Duration depends on the scope of the proposed research project.
How to Apply:
- Review eligibility and scope for early‑career or mid‑career streams.
- Prepare a proposal aligned with the WHO 2030 NTD Roadmap and national programme priorities.
- Submit application online by 24 August 2026, 17:00 GMT.
- Shortlisted applicants will provide full proposals in English.
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