Last Chance to Apply – African Planet Prize (APP) Research & Candidate Selection Closing Soon
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Otuto Chukwu
Sep 19, 2025, 11:25:33 AMSep 19
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African Planet Prize (APP) Criteria For Research & Candidate Selection
Background Information
The Frontiers Planet Prize (FPP) aims to recognize transformative scientific contributions that offer solutions to the planet’s most pressing challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. In partnership with the Frontiers Research Foundation (FRF), the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) has initiated a continent-wide implementation strategy to enhance African participation in this prestigious global prize.
While African scientists are actively engaged in planetary health research, structural barriers, such as low visibility, institutional disconnects, and limited access to global platforms, have constrained their representation in international recognition mechanisms like the FPP. This initiative seeks to bridge that gap by building a scalable, supportive engagement framework, ensuring African institutions and researchers are equipped to contribute and compete effectively.
Outcomes
• Up to three winners will be selected annually.
• The jury may also recommend honorable mentions to highlight outstanding contributions
Benefits:
• USD 5,000 in career development support
• Invitation to the Frontiers Planet Prize Ceremony in Switzerland
• Global exposure and visibility for research
• Access to a mentorship network of global experts
Key Dates:
• Call for Nomination Closes on: 26th September 2025
• Award Ceremony: 26 November 2025, during the Science Forum South Africa (SFSA)
Eligibility Criteria:
• Researchers within 7 years post-PhD
• Published peer-reviewed research related to planetary boundaries
• Award Ceremony: 26 November 2025, during the Science Forum South Africa (SFSA)
How to Apply:
Please submit your Nominations through our online portal.
For more information on the eligibility criteria click here.
We invite academic institutions, research organizations, and partners across Africa to nominate exceptional researchers contributing to Africa’s leadership in sustainability and planetary science.
Inquiries:
• Dr Rowland Opisa- Project Lead, AAS r.o...@aascience.africa
• Dr. Marilena Cabral – Technical lead – m.ca...@aasciences.africa
Background Information
The Frontiers Planet Prize (FPP) aims to recognize transformative scientific contributions that offer solutions to the planet’s most pressing challenges, including climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution. In partnership with the Frontiers Research Foundation (FRF), the African Academy of Sciences (AAS) has initiated a continent-wide implementation strategy to enhance African participation in this prestigious global prize.
While African scientists are actively engaged in planetary health research, structural barriers, such as low visibility, institutional disconnects, and limited access to global platforms, have constrained their representation in international recognition mechanisms like the FPP. This initiative seeks to bridge that gap by building a scalable, supportive engagement framework, ensuring African institutions and researchers are equipped to contribute and compete effectively.
Outcomes
• Up to three winners will be selected annually.
• The jury may also recommend honorable mentions to highlight outstanding contributions
Benefits:
• USD 5,000 in career development support
• Invitation to the Frontiers Planet Prize Ceremony in Switzerland
• Global exposure and visibility for research
• Access to a mentorship network of global experts
Key Dates:
• Call for Nomination Closes on: 26th September 2025
• Award Ceremony: 26 November 2025, during the Science Forum South Africa (SFSA)
Eligibility Criteria:
• Researchers within 7 years post-PhD
• Published peer-reviewed research related to planetary boundaries
• Award Ceremony: 26 November 2025, during the Science Forum South Africa (SFSA)
How to Apply:
Please submit your Nominations through our online portal.
For more information on the eligibility criteria click here.
We invite academic institutions, research organizations, and partners across Africa to nominate exceptional researchers contributing to Africa’s leadership in sustainability and planetary science.
Inquiries:
• Dr Rowland Opisa- Project Lead, AAS r.o...@aascience.africa
• Dr. Marilena Cabral – Technical lead – m.ca...@aasciences.africa
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