Dr Pascoal Mocumbi Prize
Awards EUR 50,000 to one scientist recognised for advancing clinical development of products for poverty-related diseases in Africa.
Applicants submit a written account of their own achievements as Part B of the application, capped at 45 pages, plus at least one letter of support from another member of the research community and a CV, all through the EU Funding & Tenders Portal's electronic system rather than on paper. An independent expert jury scores each entry out of 100 points, split into two equally weighted 50-point crite…
This prize recognises a scientist whose work has been singularly important in moving products for poverty-related diseases through clinical development. It also weighs achievements in building Africa-Europe global-health partnerships, advancing research capacity in sub-Saharan Africa, and promoting international networking among researchers, policymakers, funders and donors.
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