Applications are now open for the prestigious African Research Fellowship 2024/2025! This fellowship, supported by the European Space Agency (ESA) and the African Union Commission, offers African researchers the chance to work in Italy for one year on Earth Observation projects that address vital topics like water resource management and food security.
To be eligible for the African Research Fellowship, applicants must be African researchers holding a PhD or Master’s degree with extensive experience in Earth Observation (EO). They should propose research projects focused on addressing key African challenges, such as water resource management or food security, by leveraging EO satellite data. The research should align with the program’s objectives, targeting areas like smallholder farming, coastal ecosystems, or fisheries.The European Space Agency (ESA) is an intergovernmental organization dedicated to the exploration of space. Established in 1975, it brings together 22 member states to collaborate on space exploration, satellite development, and scientific research. ESA conducts missions in areas like Earth observation, human spaceflight, planetary exploration, and space technology development. Its key facilities are located across Europe, with its headquarters in Paris, France.