This opportunity funds collaborative physics-led projects addressing the challenges of climate change, energy, and capacity building, across African economies and societies.
Researchers will work in partnership to address physics challenges with specific relevance to sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), developing unique perspectives that enable the SSA physics community to participate in world-class research projects. The funding opportunity will help develop long-term partnerships with the UK and support African researchers to apply their scientific skills to address a wide range of challenges and priorities.
Eligibility: This funding opportunity is open to research groups working on collaborative projects between the UK and Africa. STFC:
- welcomes applications from individuals at any career stage, subject to STFC eligibility criteria
- encourages collaborative research with other UK and African research organisations from eligible countries
- encourages applications from diverse groups of researchers
- encourages applications from female researchers
Level of funding: The total fund amount is £5 million. STFC will fund 10 – 15 projects lasting up to 24 months and will fund 80% of the full economic cost (FEC). STFC will fund 100% of the costs for international applicants.
Key dates
- 17 September 2024: applications close at 16:00 p.m. UK time