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LOréal Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa 2026

Key Information

Organisation

LOréal Foundation & UNESCO

Status

Closed

Application Deadline

15 Apr 2026

Program Type

Prize

Amount

EUR 10,000

About this Program

Empowering African women researchers through prestigious research prizes.

Benefits & What You Get

Research grants; leadership training; global visibility.

Eligibility

Women PhD students or post-docs from Sub-Saharan Africa.

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