Mujeres por África (MxA) Science by Women Contest
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When is Application Deadline?
12th October 2022
Tell Me About Award:
Mujeres por África, through the program “Science by Women” and with the collaboration of Eurofins Foundation, announces the I Contest “Science by Women”.
The main goal of the contest is to give continuity to the projects that the women participants of the program carry out during their research stays. “Science by Women” therefore goes a step further and prioritizes the impact of these projects in the countries of origin of the women.
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To this end, two awards have been announced in two different categories: scientific dissemination with a prize of €4,000 and technology transfer with €7,000. The contest is open to women scientists who have completed or are currently completing their research stays in any of the seven calls of the program. The proposals submitted must be developed in the African country of origin of the winning candidates.
Scientific dissemination, technology transfer and innovation are key elements for the sustainable development of societies and at the Foundation we are committed to the implementation of projects that result in the welfare of local communities and give visibility to the transformative power of science done by women.
What Type of Award is this?
Research, Contest
Who can apply?
The competition is open to women scientists who have completed or are currently completing their research stays in any of the seven editions of Science by Women.
The projects and initiatives (which may also be science and technology-based ventures) submitted must be developed in the African country of origin of the candidates.
Women scientists who, at the date of publication of this competition, have not yet started their research stay are not eligible to apply.
Only one project proposal may be submitted, so they will have to choose which category best meets their objectives. The categories are:
- Scientific Dissemination with an award of €4,000 gross.
- Technology Transfer with an award of €7,000 gross.
One finalist project will be selected for each category. After the selection, the winning scientist will receive 50% of the total amount (after deducting the applicable tax of 24%) and, after two months, will have to submit the technical and economic report. Once approved by the Women for Africa Foundation, she will receive the final balance of 50% of the total amount (after deduction of the applicable tax of 24%)
How are Applicants Selected?
The evaluation and selection criteria include: quality, environmental and economic sustainability, social impact and commitment to gender equality.
One finalist project will be selected for each category. After the selection, the winning scientist will receive 50% of the total amount (after deducting the applicable tax of 24%) and, after two months, will have to submit the technical and economic report. Once approved by the Women for Africa Foundation, she will receive the final balance of 50% of the total amount (after deduction of the applicable tax of 24%)
Which Countries are Eligible?
African countries
Where will Award be Taken?
Remote
How Many Positions will be Given?
2
What is the Benefit of Award?
The competition has two categories:
- Scientific Dissemination – €4,000.
- Technology Transfer – €7,000.
How to Apply for Program?
The project proposal document must include: introduction, relevance, objectives, methodology, timeline and impact and monitoring as well as detailed budget. In addition, an updated CV must be attached.
Women scientists whose projects are selected by the jury undertake to provide a proof of expenses within two months of receiving the first payment and at the end of the project.
Projects should be submitted by email to [email protected].
The deadline for submitting projects is from 9:00 a.m. on 20 September 2022 until 00:00 a.m. on 12 October 2022.
The award decision will be published on 27 October 2022 through our website and our Social Networks.
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