The 3rd Schweitzer Michi-Ghana Student Research Grant
The Research Department of Family Health University is pleased to invite proposals for the 3rd Schweitzer Michi-Ghana Student Research Grant, a prestigious initiative dedicated to supporting high-quality student research in Child Health and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
This fund was established in 2022 with the generous support of Elaine Schweitzer. The goal of this award is to support student research projects that focus on women’s and/or children’s health.
After completion of their research, grant recipients will receive mentorship to present an abstract with their research findings at a conference and submit a manuscript for publication. The top five student proposals will be selected, with each grant up to $2,500 USD. Proposals will be evaluated by a panel from Family Health University and the University of Michigan, based on the following criteria:
● Scientific merit and study design
● Significance of project
● Feasibility of project
● Personal interest in, and commitment to, research
Application Requirements:
● Applicants must be a student (medical, nursing or midwifery) at Family Health University (any year)
● Proposed research must a student-led project from conceptualization
● Proposed research must focus on women’s and/or children’s health
● Each application must have a faculty advisor
A Complete Application Consists of:
● Application form, including research proposal questions and budget.
● Letter from a faculty advisor stating they have reviewed and agree with the proposal and will serve as faculty advisor throughout the study’s duration.
Important Dates
Applications Opened: 15th April, 2025
Deadline to Apply: 15th May, 2025
Awardees will be announced by: 20th June, 2025
Submission Guidelines
Submit your application by email at [email protected] Click to PRINT application form
Contact Information:
For inquiries or assistance, please contact the research team: +233-543444796 | +233-268336939