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L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents

Last verified 3 June 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

Research grants for outstanding women scientists from Sub-Saharan Africa pursuing doctoral and post-doctoral research in life and physical sciences.

Provider
L'Oréal-UNESCO
Host country
Sub-Saharan Africa
Deadline
Annual
Region
Africa

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
The International Awards L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science honours - every year - 5 eminent women scientists from 5 regions of the world. Alternating every other year, these exceptional researchers are rewarded for their important contributions to the progress of science, either in Life sciences or in the fields of Physical sciences, Mathematics and Computer science.
Funding
Grant
Study level
Fellowship
Deadline
Annual

Key eligibility criteria

  • The International Awards L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science honours - every year - 5 eminent women scientists from 5 regions of the world. Alternating every other year, these exceptional researchers are rewarded for their important contributions to the progress of science, either in Life sciences or in the fields of Physical sciences, Mathematics and Computer science.

Recorded funding information

  • Grant

Funding information

The funding information below is recorded in this listing; it does not establish additional covered components. Check amounts, caps, exclusions and conditions on the official source.

  • Grant

L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents eligibility

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  • The International Awards L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science honours - every year - 5 eminent women scientists from 5 regions of the world. Alternating every other year, these exceptional researchers are rewarded for their important contributions to the progress of science, either in Life sciences or in the fields of Physical sciences, Mathematics and Computer science.

L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.forwomeninscience.com/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: The International Awards L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science honours - every year - 5 eminent women scientists from 5 regions of the world. Alternating every other year, these exceptional researchers are rewarded for their important contributions to the progress of science, either in Life sciences or in the fields of Physical sciences, Mathematics and Computer science.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: Annual. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: Annual. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

      Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.

    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

      If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.

    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

      If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.

    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      Annual

      Provider deadline information: Annual. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents?+

    The International Awards L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science honours - every year - 5 eminent women scientists from 5 regions of the world. Alternating every other year, these exceptional researchers are rewarded for their important contributions to the progress of science, either in Life sciences or in the fields of Physical sciences, Mathematics and Computer science.

    What funding does the L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents offer?+

    Listed funding: Grant. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: Annual. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://www.forwomeninscience.com/ to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: The International Awards L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science honours - every year - 5 eminent women scientists from 5 regions of the world. Alternating every other year, these exceptional researchers are rewarded for their important contributions to the progress of science, either in Life sciences or in the fields of Physical sciences, Mathematics and Computer science.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Annual. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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