The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Programme 2026 (With Grants Available)

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About The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Programme

The L’Oréal-UNESCO Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Programme seeks to advance excellence among women researchers across the region. By supporting outstanding scientists, the programme promotes scientific innovation and global research collaboration, while building a strong professional community of women in science.

• Sponsor Organisation: L’Oréal

Benefits of The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Programme

• Research grants for (30) doctoral and (8) post doctoral research candidates
• Training in Leadership, Management, Negotiation and Communication
• 10.000€ for doctoral students.
• 15.000€ for post-doctoral students.

The L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Programme Requirements

Nationality & Location: Must be a citizen of one of the 49 Sub-Saharan African countries (including South Africa) and be conducting research within a laboratory or institution in one of these countries.

Research Fields: Research must be in Formal, Life, Environmental, Physical, Engineering, or Technological Sciences.

• Doctoral Candidate Requirements:
  • Must be currently enrolled in a doctoral school.
  • Specifics: Must be in their second year of PhD or higher (first-year students are not eligible).
• Post-doctoral Researcher Requirements:
  • Must be enrolled in a post-doctorate and have started their research before the call for applications opened.
  • Academic Cut-off: Must have defended their thesis after February 2021.

Maternity Clause: The 5-year post-thesis window is extended by one year per child.

Application Date and Process

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

Application Deadline

24 April, 2026

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