The grant scheme focuses on promoting laser and laser applications-related research on the African continent, with the purpose of stimulating and growing laser research programmes within the continent. The aim of this programme is to establish research capabilities and to support human capacity building in laser and laser-based application sciences. The fund will allow research collaborations and student/researcher exchanges for participating institutes. Additionally, it provides limited support for consumables required for research projects. The collaborations supported under this grant scheme should be between a South African research team and an African research team outside the borders of South Africa.
Download documents below for more information and applications:
- African Laser Centre 2027/28 Research Collaboration Grant Programme
- ALC Research Collaboration Manual 2027
- ALC New Research Application Form
Closing date for applications is Friday, 23 October 2026