Applications are currently being accepted for the Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp : The sub-Saharan Africa Health Research and Innovation Fellowship Program (SAHRI Fellowship) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp: SAHRI Fellowship Program 2026
Opportunity Details
The sub-Saharan Africa Health Research and Innovation Fellowship (SAHRI Fellowship) programme is an exceptional three-year training trajectory designed to empower 12 talented mid-career biomedical and clinical researchers from sub-Saharan Africa (sSA) to become leaders in biomedical innovation and clinical research, tackling the urgent challenges of infectious disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and control across the region.
Benefits of Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp: SAHRI Fellowship Program 2026
The SAHRI Fellowship provides full financial support for the Master in Tropical Medicine programme and all subsequent phases. Coverage includes:
- Tuition fees and internship costs
- Accommodation
- Living stipend
- Research-related expenses
- International air travel
- Health insurance
Institute of Tropical Medicine Antwerp: SAHRI Fellowship Program 2026 Requirements
- Applicants must be a national of a sSA country and hold a valid passport for international travel.
- Applicants must hold a university degree equivalent to a Master’s in the European Union (EU) and meet all admission requirements for the Master of Science in Tropical Medicine.
- Applicants must demonstrate interest in infectious disease research aligned with EDCTP Strategic Research Agenda priorities. Previous research experience or publications are an advantage.
- Proof of institutional support and commitment to allow leave of absence is required.
- Applicants must have a clear vision of how the fellowship will be used to advance health research in Africa, a demonstrated commitment to building research capacity in home institution or country, and interest in biomedical innovation and entrepreneurship.
- Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
01 February, 2026
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