WHO TDR Research Fellowship for African Scientists

The WHO TDR Research Fellowship for African Scientists is a research fellowship for PhD and postdoctoral scientists from low- and middle-income countries with emphasis on sub-Saharan Africa. Fellows conduct research on infectious and tropical diseases, particularly in fields such as biology, medicine and public health. The programme provides funding to support research activities and capacity strengthening for early-career researchers.

Tuition coverage and may include living expenses and travel costs to support research activities.

Applicants must be studying at the PhD or postdoctoral level and be from one of the listed African countries.

Prepare academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and a personal statement and submit the application via the official WHO TDR fellowship webpage before 2026-11-30.