African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) Phosphorus Fellowship Award 2026

The African Phosphorus Fellowship Award supports African scientists working to improve phosphorus management in crop systems through targeted research or synthesis proposals.⁠‌‌‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌‌​‌‌‌‌‌​​‌​​​‌‌​​​‌‌​​⁠

What it offers

• USD $5,000 awards to up to five full-time scientists.
• Funding supports new research, data synthesis, or travel related to phosphorus management.

Who can apply

• Full-time scientists at African NARES institutions or universities.
• Postdoctoral scientists are eligible.
• Applicants must have completed a Ph.D. program.

What you'll do

• Develop a creative proposal addressing knowledge gaps in phosphorus management.
• Proposals should align with at least one of these priority topics:
  • 4R Nutrient Stewardship
  • Carbon farming
  • Soil health
  • Precision farming
• Include evidence of scientific partnerships or institutional collaboration.
• Female scientists are especially encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Submit the following via the online application:

• A proposal describing how the Fellowship will improve phosphorus management, including research, data synthesis, or travel plans.
• Two letters of support (one from the applicant’s supervisor), signed and on official letterhead, including the writer’s phone number and email.
• A resume with date of birth, academic degrees, and relevant publications on phosphorus behavior.
• A short report at the end of the award period detailing how funds were used.
• Apply online at www.apni.net/P-Fellowship-apply.

Good to know

• The application deadline is July 7, 2026.
• Questions can be sent to info@apni.net.