Date: 13 February 2022

The African Academy of Sciences (AAS) has selected 47 promising researchers for its seventh cohort of the Affiliates programme designed to recognise, mentor and develop early career researchers into world class research leaders.

By recognising emerging scientists who demonstrate excellence in their work, the AAS seeks to create a platform through which younger researchers are motivated to pursue a rewarding career in science. Ultimately, the Affiliates programme seeks to produce all-rounded scientists embodying the AAS’ values of excellence, empathy, diversity, and integrity.

The Affiliates were selected through a rigorous process based on their demonstrated excellence in the development and application of science in Africa. The selection reflects the Academy’s commitment to diversity in scientific disciplines.

The 47 Affiliates were selected from over 200 competitive applicants who responded to the 2021 Call for AAS Affiliates. They join an existing network of 127 Affiliates drawn from various African countries and across several scientific disciplines.

AAS Affiliates are zealous researchers who strengthen and build the scientific community by being innovators, reviewers, supervisors, mentors, lecturers, volunteers, policy advisors, and members of professional associations. During their five-year membership, they will receive professional development support in grant writing, publishing, science communication, collaborative research, scientific leadership, and entrepreneurship, mentoring and networking.

For more information on the seventh cohort visit the Affiliates programme page to access their full bios.