10th Edition – Science by Women

10TH EDITION “SCIENCE BY WOMEN PROGRAM”

Research fellowships in Spanish centers of excellence for women scientists in Africa

Women for Africa Foundation (MxA) is proud to announce the 10^th edition of the Science by Women program, which aims to promote African women’s leadership in scientific research and technology transfer to address key challenges facing Africa in areas such as health, agriculture, food security, water, energy and climate change.

It consists of a 6-month post-doctoral fellowship program in collaboration with recognized Spanish Centers of Excellence, thus ensuring excellence in scientific research in various fields. Since its first edition, the program has supported over 150 talented women, fostering a strong network of African women scientists who contribute significantly to their home countries’ development. The 10th edition aims to further this legacy, exceeding 175 beneficiaries and continuing to build the N.O.W. IS Africa network, which connects past fellows and promotes international scientific cooperation.

Science by Women is based on the capacity of African women researchers to lead the continent’s transition to an economy based on knowledge and innovation. It seeks to address the social, structural and economic barriers that limit their participation in science and technology in order to reduce the gender gap in these fields for the long-term progress and equitable growth of African countries.

How to submit your application

1. Check out the rules and guidelines document above
2. Gather all the requested information and documents
3. Fill in the form above and submit your application!

Participating research centers

This year’s edition will open 23 fellowships in 21 research centers in Spain:

• Barcelona School of Economics (BSE)
• Material Physics Center (MPC-CFM)
• Institute of Photonic Sciences (ICFO)
• Basque Center for Macromolecular Design and Engineering, POLYMAT Fundazioa (POLYMAT)
• Institute of Health Carlos III (ISCIII), which will offer 3 fellowships
• Deusto Institute of Technology (DeustoTech)
• Biobizkaia Health Research Institute (IIS Biobizkaia)
• Foundation for the Promotion of Health and Biomedical Research of the Valencian Community (FISABIO)
• Institute for Neurosciences (IN)
• Spanish National Cancer Research Center (CNIO)
• Institute for Sustainable Agriculture (IAS)
• Institute of Astrophysics of the Canary Islands (IAC)
• The Oceanic Platform of the Canary Islands (PLOCAN)
• Biomedical and Health Research Institute (IUIBS-ULPGC)
• Institut de Ciència de Materials de Barcelona (ICMAB)
• Spanish National Center of Biotechnology (CNB)
• Institute of Environmental Science and Technology at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (ICTA-UAB)
• Castilla-La Mancha Health Research Institute (IDISCAM)
• Institute of Mathematical Sciences (ICMAT)
• Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG)
• Faculty of Pharmacy and Food Sciences of the University of Valencia (FFCA-UV)

More information on the research groups and areas open to this 10^th call for applications can be found in the “Research Centers Associated” section.

Selection process and deadline for application

Applications will undergo a rigorous selection process, evaluating the academic merits and leadership qualities of the applicants as well as the scientific quality and potential impact of the proposed research.

Selected candidates will receive comprehensive training and integration into dynamic, multidisciplinary teams, enabling them to develop their research projects and acquire complementary skills. This experience will empower them to translate their research results into tangible economic and social benefits.

The Science by Women program is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of Africa through innovative research and leadership.

Submit your proposal by September 30, 2024 at 23:59h (Madrid time)!

For more information, check out the Frequently Asked Questions section on our website or write to science.by.women@mujeresporafrica.es

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