The World Academy of Science (TWAS) is currently accepting applications for its Abdool Karim Award in Biological Sciences 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About TWAS-Abdool Karim Award in Biological Sciences
This award, named after the TWAS President Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim, is designed to honour women scientists in Least Developed African countries for their achievements in Biological Sciences.
Benefits of TWAS-Abdool Karim Award in Biological Sciences
- It carries a cash award of USD5,000 generously provided by Professor Abdool Karim.
TWAS-Abdool Karim Award in Biological Sciences Requirements
- The award recognizes women scientists for their achievements in Biological Sciences.
- Eligible nominees for the 2026 award are female scientists not older than 45 years of age nationals of a Least Developed African country who have been living and working there for at least two years immediately prior to their nomination.
- Fellows of TWAS are not eligible
- Individuals who have previously won a TWAS-named Award are not eligible to be nominated for Awards named after a different TWAS Fellow.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
30 June, 2026
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