Research Grants

MISF Du Pré Grants enable MS researchers to work in established MS research centres outside their own country. Application Deadline: 30th June 2022 Eligible Countries: Emerging Countries About the Award: MISF offers Du Pré Grants to MS researchers from emerging countries to enable them to make short visits to established MS research centres outside their own country, either to learn from each other or to carry out parts of joint research projects. The aim is to encourage cross-fertilisation of skills through collaborative research projects. Two of the annual awards are supported by Stichting MS Research (the Dutch MS Research Foundation). Type: Research Eligibility: All candidates must: Be educated to post graduate level (at least MSc, but preferably PhD/MD) in an area relevant to multiple sclerosis (MS)Be citizens of a low- or middle-income country (all countries with a low, lower middle or upper middle income as defined by the World Bank)Focus their research proposal in an area relevant to multiple sclerosis Candidates must also be in one of the following situations: Working or studying in a low- or middle-income country (all countries with a low, lower middle or upper middle income as defined by the World Bank) at the time of nominationWorking or studying in another country on a project which started within the six months prior to nominationStudying in another country on a project supported by an MS International Federation grant Candidates are expected to return to their own countries at the end of the study period where they will contribute to advancing care and research in MS. A strong plan of how to continue one’s work after the award has ended is recommended. The grant may also be used as a supplement for work related to MS by a candidate who has been accepted for training in a recognised institute (within the six months prior to nomination) but who doesn’t have enough money to cover the total cost. Candidates and Host supervisors are required to read and sign the Terms and Conditions of the award (see below). Number of Awardees: Not specified Value of Research: Each grant is likely to be between UK £2,000 and £4,000, to a maximum of £5,000. The funds are intended to go towards travel and living costs, or to top up an existing grant to extend a visit. Duration of Research: Visits generally last between two and six months. How to Apply: Complete all sections of the online application formThe Host needs to provide a supporting statement at the end of the application*Add names and contact details of 2 referees, including the applicant’s current supervisor or employerAsk your two referees to send a reference letter each to researchmsif.org before the deadline Visit Research Webpage for details Hi! AfterSchoolAfrica believes in sharing value. If you have come across this opportunity, share with ONLY one person Today.

Research Grants

MISF Du Pré Grants 2022 for Multiple Sclerosis Researchers from Developing Countries

DAAD Short-Term Research Grants 2022 for Developing Countries

British Ecological Society (BES) Grants 2022 for Ecologists in Africa

West African Research Association (WARA) Travel Grants 2021 for African Scholars

Eric Bleumink Funds for Developing Countries at University of Groningen 2022/2023 – The Netherlands