The Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant 2026 (With up to $150,000 in Funding)

  • Published: April 01, 2026
  • Deadline: May 01, 2026
  • Category: Grants
  • Eligible Locations: Africa

Oppenheimer Generations Research & Conservation has opened applications for its Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about opportunity and apply for it.

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About JWO Research Grant

This programme supports high-impact biodiversity and conservation research led by early career scientists in Africa. It aims to strengthen conservation science, improve understanding of African ecosystems, and advance evidence-based environmental protection.

Benefits of JWO Research Grant

  • A grant of $150,000 will be awarded to one successful applicant. 

JWO Research Grant Requirements

The lead applicant should be:

  •    An early career scientist

Applicant must already hold a PhD degree and should have no more than seven years of work and/or research experience post-degree (excluding time taken for family responsibilities).

  •    Have strong links to a credible African institution

The institution must demonstrate a proven ability to manage funding and subscribe to good financial grant practices. Eligible institutions include academic institutions, research institutions, government institutions, NGOs, and for-profit organisations.

Furthermore, the proposed research should be focused on or in Africa.

Application Date and Process

  • Click on the link to the application website to apply.

Application Deadline

01 May, 2026

Opportunity Application

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