Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa
The Academy of Sciences for the Developing World - Regional Office for Sub-Saharan Africa (TWAS-ROSSA) seeks to honor young scientists who have made outstanding contribution in basic and applied sciences. It is expected that by recognizing their achievements, the scientists and their institutions will be encouraged to promote scientific research and strive to excel in their endeavors. The awards are given in line with TWAS’ objective of recognizing, supporting and promoting scientific capacity and excellence in the developing world. The regional office, ROSSA, coordinates activities towards this end in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Deadline for Submission of Nominations: 3rd September 2010
More information Download the Nomination form
Postgraduate, postdoctoral, visiting scholar and advanced research fellowships available to scientists from developing countries. Deadlines vary.
TWAS is now accepting applications for its postgraduate, postdoctoral, visiting scholars and advanced research fellowship programmes. The fellowships are offered to scientists from developing countries and are tenable at centres of excellence in various countries in the South, including Brazil, China, India, Malaysia, Mexico, Pakistan and Thailand. Eligible fields include: agricultural and biological sciences, medical and health sciences, chemistry, engineering, astronomy, space and earth sciences, mathematics and physics.
Women scientists are especially encouraged to apply. More information