Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize 2025 (£14,000 grant)

The Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize honors early-career research scientists based in Africa who are making innovative contributions to the physical, mathematical, and engineering sciences. Established in memory of Paul O’Brien FRS, the prize celebrates his dedication to fostering excellence in science and education across the African continent. Paul O’Brien was a passionate advocate for supporting scientific talent in Africa and believed in the transformative power of research to address the continent’s challenges.

This prestigious award recognizes individuals whose work demonstrates outstanding promise and potential in advancing knowledge and solving problems in the scientific fields of physics, mathematics, and engineering. The recipient of the prize receives funding and international recognition, which can help propel their career to new heights, fostering greater collaboration and innovation within the global scientific community. The Royal Society Prize highlights the importance of nurturing young scientists and reinforces the critical role that African researchers play in advancing global scientific progress. By supporting early-career talent, the prize contributes to the long-term development of Africa’s scientific capacity and its contribution to global research.

The Royal Society is a Fellowship of many of the world’s most eminent scientists and is the oldest scientific academy in continuous existence.

Grant of Rising Star Africa Prize

• Winners will receive a grant of £14,000 to support their research and a personal gift of £1,000.

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Eligibility for Rising Star Africa Prize

• Open to African citizens.
• It is restricted to early career scientists with no more than 15 years since achieving their PhD (not including career breaks).
• Nominations will remain valid and shall be considered by the award selection committee throughout three nomination cycles.

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Nomination

Nominations are now open and will close on February 21, 2025. The terms and conditions of the Royal Society Rising Star Africa Prize (PDF) should be read before submitting a nomination.

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