Deadline: 15 July, 2020

Francis H. Brown is seeking proposals for its African Scholarship Fund aimed at helping to expand human knowledge and scientific interest in earth sciences and botany related to human origins.

The fund is further intended to support research that builds on the work of Francis H. Brown and build capacity in the earth and botanical sciences in East African institutions.

​Benefits

• The maximum award amount is $25,000

Eligibility

• Students or researchers of African heritage who are citizens of Kenya, Ethiopia or Eritrea pursuing a doctoral degree at an accredited university, preferably from, but not limited to, an institution located in sub-Saharan Africa or have completed their doctoral degrees no longer than six years prior to the time of application for funding from this source
• Applicants shall demonstrate a commitment to a career in their field of study with an emphasis on research and teaching in their countries of origin following the completion of degree programme

To apply and for more information, click here.

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