Application for the KEMRI Research Scholarship for African Students is currently open. This scholarship opportunity will be awarded to Africans who want to pursue a degree program in Kenya.

The successful candidate will initially be expected to conduct a narrative review on impact of micronutrient supplementation during pregnancy on breastmilk, breastfeeding and early postnatal growth. They will be expected to use data and samples from the “VIRUTUBISHO” maternal supplementation trial but also to develop an independent scientific proposal to go through the ethical and scientific approval process to support collection of additional data &/or samples that may be required.

Application Deadline: 9th September 2022

Eligible Countries: Africa

Type: PhD

Value of Award: Fully-funded

Number of Awards: Not Specified

Eligibility: 

• Applicants must have attained at least an upper 2nd class degree or its equivalent in Nutrition &/or Biochemistry and a masters’ degree in Public health, Nutrition or a related field. Successful candidates should also demonstrate strong experience in laboratory sample analysis.

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FURTHER INFORMATION: Please direct all other concerns/questions to Dr. Dorcas Mbuvi [dmbuvi@kemri-wellcome.org].

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