Program Description:
Title: Francis H. Brown African Scholarship 2025
Application deadline:
The purpose of the Francis H. Brown African Scholarship Fund is to expand human knowledge and scientific interest in earth sciences and botany related to human origins by providing financial assistance to East African researchers and students pursuing research in these areas. The fund is further intended to support research that builds on the work of Dr. Francis H. Brown and builds capacity in the earth and botanical sciences in East African institutions and countries.
“The Francis H. Brown African Scholarship is a much-needed resource for aspiring East African earth scientists and botanists. Our father believed deeply that Africans should be given the same opportunities to research our shared history and be stewards of the natural wonders that reside in their region. This fund represents his commitment to making his vision a reality.”
Information for Applicants
This scholarship is open to students or researchers of African heritage who are citizens of Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, South Sudan, Djibouti, Rwanda, Burundi, Somalia or Eritrea who (a) are pursuing a graduate degree at an accredited university, preferably from, but not limited to, an institution located in sub-Saharan Africa or (b) have completed their doctoral degrees not longer than ten (10) years before the time of application for funding from this source.
Applicants must be pursuing research in earth sciences and/or botany related to human origins. Applicants shall demonstrate a commitment to a career in their field of study with an emphasis on research and teaching in his/her country of citizenship following the completion of his/her degree.
When to apply
- January 10 for the spring cycle
- July 15 for the fall cycle
Amounts
- Up to $30,000
Who can apply
- Graduate students or post PhD researchers of African heritage who are citizens of Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Uganda, South Sudan, Djibouti, Rwanda, Burundi, Somalia, or Eritrea.
- Applicants must be pursuing education or research in earth sciences or botany related to human origins.
Eligible expenses
- The grant can only be used for expenses directly related to your research and essential to the project such as travel, living expenses during fieldwork, supplies, and research expenses.
- The grant will not cover institutional overhead, salary, benefits, or publication costs.
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For more information and application:
Visit the official website of the Francis H. Brown African Scholarship 2025
