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Small Grants Program (SGP VII) is sponsored by African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (ARNTD) with support from USAID. The Small Grants Program (SGP VII) supports African research scientists in operational and implementation research to contribute to the control and elimination of neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Africa.
The research studies are expected to align with the goals established in the WHO 2030 NTD Roadmap. This program is funded through the Ending Tropical Diseases through Operational Research cooperative agreement by USAID.
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Announcing the Seventh Cohort of the Small Grants Program African Snakebite Alliance Call for Research Grant Applications II The General Assembly Meeting The General Assembly Meeting African Researcher's Small Grants Program (SGP VII) Request for Applications Call opening date: Friday, November 08, 2024, 17:00 GMT Call closing date: Friday, December 13, 2024, 17:00 GMT Early-Career grants: USD 30,000 (m aximum funding) Mid-Career grants: USD 70,000 (m aximum funding) The African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (ARNTD), in partnership with the Coalition for Operational Research on Neglected Tropical Diseases (COR-NTD), is seeking for applications for both operational and implementation research for the seventh edition of the Small Grants Program (SGP VII).
Through the Ending Tropical Diseases through Operational Research cooperative agreement funded by the United State Agency for International Development (USAID), SGP VII aims to provide support to African research scientists to contribute to control and elimination agenda of neglected tropical disease (NTD) by addressing operational and other programmatic challenges through operational and implementation research portfolios.
Research studies to be supported will be aligned with the goals established in the WHO 2030 NTD Roadmap .
To increase African leadership, involvement, and visibility in NTD operational and implementation research, including through direct engagement with national NTD programs; To contribute to improving the research capacity of African NTD researchers and strengthening African research institutions in the process by supporting operational and implementation research on NTDs that is locally originated and African-led; To provide an opportunity for young upcoming researchers not only to gain experience in research, but also in preparation of grant applications and management; To supplement a clearly defined aspect of ongoing research or to answer a new question linked to ongoing research being carried out by mid-career researchers; To improve South-South communication and collaboration among researchers, policymakers, and implementers, and for community participation in research and agenda-setting; To encourage a North-South collaboration model that facilitates productive engagement between researchers and NTD control programs, while promoting local leadership and ownership of initiatives and activities.
This request for applications (RFA) is targeted at outstanding researchers and academics based in research institutions or universities in Africa. Applicants will have to demonstrate that the proposed research or activity is aligned with their country’s NTD program interests and has potential institutional and individual capacity-building impact.
The early-career grants target researchers who are at the early phase of their research career, while the mid-career grants target previous SGP grantees (SGP I-VI) who have demonstrated excellence in the conduct of their previous award and are seeking opportunities to continue/expand and or conduct more advanced research within the scope of this RFA.
More details on eligibility, scope, and specific application process can be found in the individual call for the two funding streams. Applications are accepted in English, French, and Portuguese. However, shortlisted applicants will be required to submit full proposals and additional documentation in English in order to be eligible for the award.
Applications from all qualified researchers who have taken career breaks due to health conditions and/or family demands are also encouraged. Download detailed Call in your preferred language below ARNTD exists to support evidence-based control and elimination of NTDs from Africa by empowering current and future generations of African researchers. KCCR, South-end Asuogya Road, Phone: (+233) 3220 60351 | Ext: 210 Email: secretariat@arntd.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Outstanding researchers and academics based in research institutions or universities in Africa. Applicants must demonstrate that the proposed research aligns with their country's NTD program interests and has potential institutional and individual capacity-building impact. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Small Grants Program (SGP VII) is funded by African Research Network for Neglected Tropical Diseases (ARNTD) with support from USAID. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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