Date of Workshop: Monday, 21st of April 2026 at 7 pm Kampala time
Mode: Virtual:
Topic: Virtual workshop for prospective research fund applicants
Time: April, 21, 2026, 7 PM Nairobi/Dar Es Salaam/Kampala Time/ 6 PM Kigali time
oin Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89440994400?pwd=a3ktGrpqj2EclgbSFRUcsR5b8xTCz4.1
Meeting ID: 894 4099 4400
Passcode: 281875
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Dear Participant,
BioCosmos Africa is pleased to invite you to a Virtual Workshop for Prospective Research Fund Applicants, scheduled for Monday, 30th March 2026. This workshop is designed to guide applicants through the expectations, structure, and requirements of the upcoming BioCosmos Africa Research Fund Call.
The session will introduce key elements of the program and provide clarity on proposal development, thematic alignment, and methodological rigor expected for successful submissions.
The workshop will cover:
1. Introduction to the BioCosmos Africa Research Fund
- Background and objectives of the fund
- Annual budget allocation and expected grants
- Eligible countries: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda
- Expected deliverables and research outputs
2. Understanding Intelligent Design in Research
- What qualifies as ID-aligned research
- Distinguishing scientific ID inquiry from non-ID/theological arguments
- How to frame hypotheses and methodologies within ID principles
3. Requirements for the Research Call
- Eligibility criteria
- Required documentation (application form, CVs, budget template)
- Formatting standards, page limits, and approved methodologies
- Budget guidelines with emphasis on value-for-money
4. Methodological Expectations
- Crafting clear research questions and hypotheses
- Integrating ID principles into empirical or theoretical work
- Ensuring methodological rigor
- Designing feasible data collection plans
5. Discussion and Clarifications
Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions on:
- ID research expectations
- Budgeting
- Timelines and review processes
6. Closing and Next Steps
- Reminder of submission deadlines
- Guidance on support materials and templates
- Explanation of upcoming phases in the review cycle
Why Attend? This workshop will equip applicants with the knowledge needed to develop strong, competitive research proposals aligned with BioCosmos Africa’s objectives. Your participation is highly valued. Confirmation Please confirm your attendance by email Your Official Name, Position, University & Country: research@biocosmosafrica.org
For the letter click on the download link below