Empowering African Scholars: The Francis H. Brown African Scholarship; Fostering Research in Earth Sciences and Botany
Empowering African Scholars: The Francis H. Brown African Scholarship; Fostering Research in Earth Sciences and Botany Application Deadlines: Ongoing The Francis H. Brown African Scholarship Fund is a unique initiative designed to empower East African researchers and students by providing financial support for studies in earth sciences and botany related to human origins. This program seeks to build scientific capacity and further the legacy of Dr. Francis H. Brown by fostering research excellence in East African institutions. About the Scholarship Established in memory of Dr. Francis H. Brown (1943–2017), a pioneering geologist and scholar, this fund aims to provide opportunities for Africans to research and contribute to the understanding of human evolution and environmental sciences. Dr. Brown’s groundbreaking work in the Omo-Turkana basin laid the foundation for the timeline of human evolution and inspired the creation of this scholarship. Eligibility Criteria Applicants must: Key Details Application Deadlines: Funding Amount: Up to $30,000 Eligible Expenses: Application Requirements Applicants must submit the following via the online application system: Returning scholars applying for an additional year of support must include a progress report and close out the current grant before reapplying. How to Apply To begin your application: Start your application today and shape the future of earth sciences and botany. Visit the official scholarship page or contact the administrators for guidance on the application