Applications are now open for the 2025 Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize. The Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize is to recognise early-career research scientists based in Africa who are making an innovative contribution to the physical, mathematical and engineering sciences. The prize was established in memory of Paul O’Brien FRS and his work encouraging excellence in science and education in Africa.
WORTH
Winners will receive a grant of £14,000 to support their research and a personal gift of £1,000.
ELIGIBILITY
- The Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize is open to African citizens.
- It is restricted to early career scientists with no more than 15 years since achieving their PhD (not including career breaks) and nominations will remain valid and shall be considered by the award selection committee throughout three nomination cycles.
DEADLINE: February 21, 2025
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