The Cambridge University Mastercard Research Fund is dedicated to fostering new and reinforcing existing partnerships between researchers in Africa and the University of Cambridge. It also provides high-quality training opportunities.
The initiative offers two funding options:
- Research Catalyst Grant: Up to £20,000
- Workshop Grant: Up to £50,000
This article outlines the eligibility requirements, application process, and other key details for interested candidates.
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Fund Summary
- Hosts: Mastercard Foundation | University of Cambridge
- Category: Fellowships
- Eligible Countries: African Nations
- Grant: Up to £50,000
- IELTS Requirement: Not Required
- Deadline: March 21, 2025
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Detailed Information about the Fund
The Mastercard Foundation, in partnership with the University of Cambridge, established the Climate Resilience and Sustainability Research Fund. This initiative aims to promote impactful research collaborations between African institutions and Cambridge, focusing on climate resilience and sustainability.
Key Features:
1. Research should address climate resilience and sustainability topics, broadly interpreted within the proposal.
2. Proposals are encouraged from all academic disciplines, including sciences, social sciences, humanities, and arts.
3. Interdisciplinary and innovative research projects are highly welcomed.
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Eligibility Criteria
To qualify:
1. Collaborative Teams: Each proposal must involve two researchers—one from an African institution and another from the University of Cambridge.
2. Academic Level: Open to post-doctoral researchers and equivalent.
3. Inclusiveness: Applications from diverse academic fields are encouraged.
Benefits
- Supported by a £7.7 million investment by the Mastercard Foundation.
- Annual awards available from 2025 to 2030.
- Provides funding for 12-month research or workshop projects.
- Research Catalyst Grant: Up to £20,000
- Workshop Grant: Up to £50,000
Required Documents
Applicants must submit:
1. A completed application form.
2. Case for support.
3. Detailed budget (template provided).
4. Lay summary of the project.
5. Support letters from both the Cambridge-based and Africa-based institutions.
6. CVs (maximum two pages each) for both applicants.
7. Contact information for two referees without conflicts of interest.
Application Process
1. Register and complete the online application form available on the Cambridge-Africa website.
2. Ensure all required documents are included in the final submission.
3. Deadline for submission: March 21, 2025
Interested and eligible candidates can apply using the link below:
Deadline: March 21, 2025
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