Africa’s Next Genomics Leaders—Apply Now for the MRC Uganda Bursary
Empowering Africa’s Future Genomics Innovators
Are you an African MSc or PhD student or early-career researcher in genomics or bioinformatics?
This opportunity is designed for you.
The Grant-Roche African Genomics Program is offering a £2,000 bursary to support access to the Uganda Medical Informatics Centre (UMIC)—a world-class high-performance computing (HPC) facility that powers cutting-edge life sciences and genomics research at @MRC_Uganda.
This bursary aims to expand Africa’s genomics research capacity, enabling researchers to analyze large-scale datasets, collaborate globally, and drive discoveries that improve public health across the continent.
📌 Who can apply:
- African MSc or PhD students
- Early-career researchers in genomics, bioinformatics, or related life science fields
💰 Bursary value: £2,000
📅 Deadline: 31 October 2025
👉 Learn more and apply: Visit the official page