Mujeres por África 2022 Science by Women Contest for African Women

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to women scientists who have completed or are currently completing their research stays in any of the seven editions of Science by Women.
• The projects and initiatives (which may also be science and technology-based ventures) submitted must be developed in the African country of origin of the candidates.
• Women scientists who, at the date of publication of this competition, have not yet started their research stay are not eligible to apply.
• Only one project proposal may be submitted, so they will have to choose which category best meets their objectives.

Offered Benefits

The competition has two categories:

• Scientific Dissemination – €4,000.
• Technology Transfer – €7,000

Application Process

The project proposal document must include: introduction, relevance, objectives, methodology, timeline and impact and monitoring as well as detailed budget. In addition, an updated CV must be attached.

Women scientists whose projects are selected by the jury undertake to provide a proof of expenses within two months of receiving the first payment and at the end of the project.

Projects should be submitted by email to