African Union (AU) and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) United States
2021
Information
The UA-USDA Scientific Exchange Program (SEP) is a scholarship-style exchange that supports collaborative agricultural research between eligible AU member states and the United States. It aims to develop a new generation of agricultural scientists, enhance scientific knowledge, and promote SPS-related research and regulatory harmonization. The 12-week program includes support for travel, training costs, emergency medical insurance, housing and meals, with the awarded candidate returning to their home institution after the US-based training.
Benefits
Travel, training costs, emergency medical insurance, housing and meals, and a daily allowance
Eligibility
Citizens of African Union member states with at least a Master’s degree and two years of practical experience, currently employed by a university, research institute, or other scientific institution in an AU country, and intending to continue working in an AU country after returning from the United States.
Application
The form is hosted on the AU/UA site.
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